Norfolk State vs Virginia Picks and Prediction for Friday, September 11, 2026
The Norfolk State Spartans visit the Virginia Cavaliers on Friday at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, with the opening kickoff scheduled for 7:00 PM ET and coverage on ACCNX. Norfolk State is 1-1 after beating Western New England 56-0 and losing 31-10 at Old Dominion. Virginia is 1-0 after opening its season with a 34-8 win over NC State. Get ready for Friday’s matchup with our free NCAAF picks.
Norfolk State Spartans Preview
Norfolk State has totaled 371 passing yards and 432 rushing yards through two games, giving the Spartans 401.5 total yards per game. The offense is averaging 185.5 passing yards and 216 rushing yards, along with 33 points per game. Deljay Bailey has thrown for 213 yards across the two contests, while Jalyn Daniels has rushed for 188 yards. Norfolk State’s ground game dropped from 306 yards in the opener to 126 against Old Dominion.
The Spartans face a major step up after Old Dominion held them to 220 total yards in the 31-10 loss. Norfolk State committed three turnovers, including two lost fumbles, and Bailey was limited to 94 passing yards with an interception. The defense allowed 319 total yards, including 182 rushing, but recorded two sacks and seven tackles for loss. Norfolk State has allowed 15.5 points per game through two contests.
Virginia Cavaliers Preview
Virginia produced 413 total yards in its only game, beating NC State 34-8. Beau Pribula completed 9 of 11 passes for 155 yards and two touchdowns while also leading the Cavaliers with 110 rushing yards on 15 carries. Virginia rushed for 258 yards as a team, with Jekail Middlebrook adding 64 yards and Xavier Brown contributing 40 yards and a touchdown.
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The Cavaliers controlled NC State defensively, allowing just 168 total yards and 10 first downs. Virginia forced two turnovers and held the Wolfpack to 4-of-13 on third down. The Cavaliers also controlled possession for 38:03. Myles Brown recorded eight tackles, while Virginia finished with two sacks and an interception. The defense did not allow a point until the third quarter.
Norfolk State vs Virginia Prediction
Virginia enters with a clear advantage after holding an ACC opponent to 168 yards in its opener. Norfolk State’s two-game averages are helped considerably by the 56-0 opening victory, while Old Dominion limited the Spartans to 220 yards and forced three turnovers in Week 2. Virginia can attack on the ground with Pribula and a deep group of running backs, while its defense has already shown it can limit both yards and points. The Cavaliers will take control early and pull away. Final Score Prediction: Virginia Cavaliers win and cover ATS, 45-7.
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