Old Dominion vs Virginia Tech Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Old Dominion vs Virginia Tech Game Information
The Old Dominion Monarchs will be on the road this Saturday, facing the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, VA, at 12:00 PM. Old Dominion comes into Game 2 of the year undefeated, riding a long winning streak dating back to last season, following their 21-point victory last week in Game 1 of this season. The Virginia Tech Hokies remain at home this week, also undefeated, following a 70-point blowout victory in last week's game. Stay in the action with our College Football Picks.
Old Dominion Preview
The Old Dominion defense was stout a week ago, giving up just 10 points on 220 yards and forcing 3 turnovers. Offensively, Old Dominion moved the ball well, scoring 31 points after 17 in the first half on 319 total yards. Quinn Henicle led the way for the Old Dominion offense last week with 143 yards and 2 scores on 9 completions, along with 68 yards and 2 touchdowns on 13 carries. Devin Roche added a second-best 45 yards on 13 carries. JJ Harrell led ODU with 51 yards on 3 catches, while Leon Haughton Jr. added 46 yards on 2 catches. TJ Johnson chipped in 2 catches for 25 yards and 2 scores.
Virginia Tech Preview
Defensively, Virginia Tech dominated last week's game, giving up only 3 points on 83 total yards. Offensively, the Hokies were phenomenal, scoring 73 points, including 45 in the first half, on 619 total yards. Ethan Grunkemeyer led the way for the Virginia Tech offense last week, completing 17 passes for 224 yards and 2 scores in the game. Bryce Baker came on to complete 10 passes for 127 yards and 1 score as well. Jeffrey Overton Jr. was the top ball carrier in the game with 104 yards and 2 touchdowns on 9 carries. Marcellous Hawkins Jr. added 12 carries for 69 yards and 3 scores. QueβSean Brown led the team with 109 yards and 1 touchdown on 6 receptions. Luke Reynolds chipped in 5 catches for 50 yards and 1 touchdown, and Chanz Wiggins added 40 yards and 1 score on 1 catch.
Old Dominion vs Virginia Tech Pick
Virginia Tech should have the upper hand at the line of scrimmage and enough defensive talent to keep Old Dominion from consistently moving the football. The Monarchs may compete early, but their lack of depth will become a problem. Look for the Hokies to lean on their rushing attack before pulling away during the second half, leading to the home win and cover.
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- Pick: Virginia Tech Hokies -18.5
- Secondary: Over 51.5
Final Score Prediction: Virginia Tech Hokies win and cover 45-17
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