Clemson vs Virginia Tech Prediction College Football Picks 11/9/24

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Clemson

-Recent Betting trends and streaks involving Virginia Tech

-Recent betting trends in games played between Clemson and Virginia Tech

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for Today’s Game between the Tigers and Hokies. 

Clemson Looks to Bounce Back

Clemson is looking to bounce back after they really looked awful in the last game. Clemson was at home, facing off against the Louisville Cardinals, and the defense gave up 33 points on the way to the defeat. Cade Klubnik completed 33 of his 56 passes for 228 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions. Phil Mafah finished with 30 carries for 171 yards and two touchdowns. They didn’t do a good enough job of finishing drives, but the defense is what really let them down. 

Clemson is averaging 39.4 points while their defense is giving up 24.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 9th in the league while the defense is ranked 67th. The defense is going to need to be good here or this will be a very long game. 

Why Clemson Will Beat Virginia Tech

• Clemson has won nine of its last 10 games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Virginia Tech has lost five of its last six games against AP-ranked teams.
• Clemson has covered the spread in six of its last seven November road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
• Virginia Tech has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five games against AP-ranked teams at Lane Stadium.

Virginia Tech is Dealing with Injuries

Virginia Tech is dealing with injuries heading into this game and there are some real questions heading into this game. Starting quarterback Kyron Drones is dealing with an injury and is questionable for this game. The Hokies last game came against the Syracuse Orange and they were able to force overtime but ended up losing 38-31. Colin Schlee came started in the last game without Drones and he completed 16 of his 24 passes for 206 yards and a touchdown. Jeremiah Conley had a strong game rushing nine times for 96 yards. 

The Hokies on the season are averaging 30.8 points while their defense is giving up 22.3 points per game. The offense is ranked 45th in the league while the defense is ranked 48th in the league. In this game, the defense is going to need to be good to take the pressure off the offense. 

Clemson vs Virginia Tech Prediction

Not knowing the status of the injuries for Virginia is a problem, but even if he goes, I think they could struggle. This Clemson offense is averaging 39.4 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Clemson’s defense is also going to be a lot better. Virginia Tech is going to struggle to move the ball and a turnover or two isn’t going to help them either. Clemson will get it done here. Back Clemson against the spread.