- Matchup: Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Clemson Tigers
- Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Venue: Memorial Stadium, Clemson, SC
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Line: Tigers favored by 3.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 49
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The Clemson Tigers (4-2) are set to face the Virginia Tech Hokies (5-2) at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 24, 2026. According to Las Vegas odds, Clemson starts as 3.5-point favorites. The total points for this matchup are projected at 49.
The Virginia Tech Hokies enter this game with a solid record of 5-2 this season. In their previous outing, they secured a victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, finishing with a score of 34-24. In that game, the Hokies executed 62 plays, generating a total of 409 yards. They attempted 40 rushing plays, accumulating 159 yards, averaging 4.0 yards per carry. On the defensive side, Virginia Tech permitted 93 rushing yards on 21 attempts, translating to 4.4 yards per run allowed. The Hokies also conceded 29 completions on 38 attempts, tallying 335 passing yards for a completion rate of 76.3%.
This season, the Hokies have amassed a total of 3,148 yards. In touchdown production, Virginia Tech has scored 16 through the air and 15 on the ground, with 11 turnovers committed. They have achieved 169 first downs and incurred 49 penalties for a total of 456 yards. Averaging 148.1 rushing yards per game places them 83rd in the NCAA Division 1. The Hokies’ offensive scoring average stands at 37.1 points per game.
On defense, Virginia Tech has allowed 1,591 passing yards, ranking 113th nationally, while conceding an average of 227.3 passing yards per game with a completion percentage against of 63.7%. Overall, they give up 314.7 yards per game, putting them at 32nd in the country. Opponents have thrown for 9 touchdowns and run for 10 touchdowns against them, averaging 2.9 yards per carry and 87.4 rushing yards per game, totaling 612 rushing yards allowed in 7 games. The Hokies rank 46th in Division 1 for opponent scoring, allowing an average of 21.1 points per game.
The Clemson Tigers enter this pivotal clash with a record of 4-2 for the season. Their last game was a dominant 37-0 victory over the Charleston Southern Buccaneers. In that match, Clemson averaged 5.0 yards per carry, finishing with 231 rushing yards on 46 attempts. They netted 438 total yards while running 86 plays for an average of 5.1 yards per play. Their pass defense restricted opponents to a 53.8% completion rate, allowing only 50 yards on 7 of 13 attempts, while yielding just 26 rushing yards on 32 attempts (0.8 yards per rush).
In terms of scoring, the Tigers rank 106th in Division 1 with an average of 22.3 points per game. They gain an average of 340.7 yards per game, which positions them at 110th nationally. Clemson has incurred 390 penalty yards over 43 infractions, ranking 64th in Division 1 in this aspect. The offense has thrown 7 interceptions, allowed 4 fumble recoveries by opponents, while securing 123 first downs. This season, the Tigers have amassed 1,125 passing yards, averaging 187.5 passing yards per game, putting them 111th in Division 1. On the ground, they average 153.2 yards per game, totaling 919 rushing yards.
Defensively, the Tigers allow 21.5 points per game, ranking them 49th in Division 1. They have surrendered a total of 849 rushing yards (an average of 141.5 yards per game) and allowed 8 rushing touchdowns. In the passing game, they have yielded 5 touchdowns along with 189.3 passing yards per game, placing them 39th in the nation. Clemson’s defense has been on the field for 393 plays, ranking them 36th in college football, with 3 forced fumbles and 4 interceptions this season. Overall, they have allowed 129 total points.
Who will prevail in the Hokies vs. Tigers college football clash against the spread?
Pick: Back the Tigers -3.5
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