The Pitt Panthers knew the College Football odds season would be a challenge. Last year the stars aligned for an Atlantic Coast Conference championship. Pitt QB Kenny Pickett earned an invite to the Heisman Trophy presentation. Now Pickett is a Pittsburgh Steeler. But the newfound respect from gamblers remains for Pitt. This week the Panthers will host the rebuilding Virginia Tech Hokies. Following years of mediocrity under Justin Fuente, Brent Pry is coach. The rookie head coach is discovering just how bad the Hokie program is.
Virginia Tech Hokies vs. Pitt Panthers Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, October 8, 2022, 3:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| TV Coverage: | ACC Network |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Virginia Tech | +14½ (-110) | 44 (-110) | +450 |  |
| Pittsburgh U | -14½ (-110) | 44 (-110) | -600 | |
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Virginia Tech at Pitt SBG Odds Overview
Pitt will get the most of the casual sportsbook support in this matchup. Cause by being the bigger brand and more recently successful program. In turn, few gamblers have much faith in Virginia Tech. Bargain hunters may consider the Hokies based on price. Meanwhile, the masses will be on the home favorite Pitt. But Pitt has not been a reliable board play in 2022.
Virginia Tech Hokies Team Overview
Last game, the Virginia Tech Hokies lost 41-10 against the North Carolina Tar Heels as 9.5-point road dogs. The game went under the total of 57.5. Virginia Tech has a record of 2-3 straight up, 1-4 against the spread, and 0-5 over/under the total. Virginia Tech ranks 110th for total offense, 97th for passing, 112th for rushing, and 117th for scoring. Defensively they rank 24th overall, 47th against the pass, 22nd against the rush, and 50th for points allowed. Also, Virginia Tech ranks 8th for fewest turnovers lost and 117th for takeaways.
Grant Wells completed 16 of 26 passes for 139 yards and ran for a touchdown. However, the Hokies struggled against a Tar Heel defense that turned in its best performance of the season. Previously, the Tar Heels gave up nearly 500 yards per game. But North Caroline limited the number of big plays by Virginia Tech. The Hokies finished with only 273 yards. And they had only 92 yards in the second half.
Pitt Panthers Team Overview
Last game, the Pitt Panthers lost 26-21 against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets as 21.5-point home favorites. The game went over the total of 46.5. Pitt has a record of 3-2 straight up, 1-4 against the spread, and 4-1 over/under the total. Pitt ranks 60th for total offense, 60th for passing, 62nd for rushing, and 55th for scoring. Defensively they rank 32nd overall, 38th against the pass, 51st against the rush, and 70th for points allowed. Also, Pitt ranks 119th for fewest turnovers lost and 77th for takeaways.
Following the firing of coach Geoff Collins, the Yellow Jackets responded with a shocking upset. The defense harassed the defending ACC champions into three turnovers. And then quarterback Jeff Sims threw for a touchdown and ran for another. Meanwhile, Hassan Hall gashed the Panthers for 157 yards rushing. Kedon Slovis completed 26 of 45 passes for 305 yards with three touchdowns. Pittsburgh’s dream of a surprise playoff run is over.
Virginia Tech at Pitt SBG Free Picks
In this situation, Virginia Tech makes the most sense with the College Football odds. Pitt has the look of an overlay in this spot.
Virginia Tech at Pitt SBG Best Bet: Virginia Tech Hokies.