Maryland's offense is HORRIBLE! Tech's defense is AWESOME! We've seen Lane Statdium turn good football teams into crappy ones! I don't see anyway VT loses this game. On the other hand, it is November, and every Hokie knows what that means...disappointment.
This is turning into a Hokie Alum thread. GO HOKIES!! Anyone else want to give Kirk Herbstreit props for picking the Hokies to win the ACC?
This is turning into a Hokie Alum thread. GO HOKIES!! Anyone else want to give Kirk Herbstreit props for picking the Hokies to win the ACC?
I'm a WVU fan who grew up a few miles from Collage Park (U of M) and have been to Blacksburg a number of times. I think VT wins and covers going away. Even in their game against Florida State the Terps offense has been dismal (not bad against WVU but I think the Eers are way over-rated this year). Maryland's offense might not score a point (team total 15.5 Oly) and game total of 39 (was 40) is low as hell for a college game even WITH two good defenses. But as you all know sometime a VERY good defense (much less two) equates to point on their own. Throw in the ever present VT specail teams and you might see more D/ST points than offense points.
Something to play for factor:
Terps: chasing .500
Hokies: chasing conference championship in there first year
I like VT big here and, to a lesser degree, the over. The public disagrees on both because both lines are going the other way.
My card:
VT -9 -- 550 to win 500
VT over 39 -- 330 to win 300
VT -½ (1st qtr) -- 270 to win 200
U of M team total under 15.5 -- 230 to win 200
4 Team 14pt Teaser -- 300 to win 200
VT +5
VT Over 25.5
Temple +28
Rutgers +17.5
(heck, wouldn't be gambling if I didn't do one guilty pleasure (read: dumb-ass) bet)
Something to play for factor:
Terps: chasing .500
Hokies: chasing conference championship in there first year
I like VT big here and, to a lesser degree, the over. The public disagrees on both because both lines are going the other way.
My card:
VT -9 -- 550 to win 500
VT over 39 -- 330 to win 300
VT -½ (1st qtr) -- 270 to win 200
U of M team total under 15.5 -- 230 to win 200
4 Team 14pt Teaser -- 300 to win 200
VT +5
VT Over 25.5
Temple +28
Rutgers +17.5
(heck, wouldn't be gambling if I didn't do one guilty pleasure (read: dumb-ass) bet)
Maryland @ Virginia Tech comments please
Sorry, I was starting another thread before I saw this one. Agree with these assessments. I gave Maryland credit for 10 points, but two field goals may be more realistic. Virginia Tech special teams will be the difference here. Not betting the house, but am doubling my normal wager. Luck to all this week. HOOS
Sorry, I was starting another thread before I saw this one. Agree with these assessments. I gave Maryland credit for 10 points, but two field goals may be more realistic. Virginia Tech special teams will be the difference here. Not betting the house, but am doubling my normal wager. Luck to all this week. HOOS
I am making the treck down to Blacksburg, to see my beloved Terps tomorrow. I would expect this game to be really low scoring. I could see Maryland getting up for this game. I won't touch either side, but I like the under. Anyone else heading to the game? I hope its at least an exciting game to make the trip worthwhile.
Just got back from a trip which included UMd at UVa two weeks ago.
That Terp offense had chances early in the game with field position and
didn't get it done. After that they got smacked all over the field, they looked
hungover from the FSU win. They will probably play a lot better Thursday but
they don't seem to have enough firepower to keep up if the Hoakies jump out
early. I can't see VT not being sky high for this one, any of you Hoaks think
They'll be looking ahead here?
That Terp offense had chances early in the game with field position and
didn't get it done. After that they got smacked all over the field, they looked
hungover from the FSU win. They will probably play a lot better Thursday but
they don't seem to have enough firepower to keep up if the Hoakies jump out
early. I can't see VT not being sky high for this one, any of you Hoaks think
They'll be looking ahead here?
stx: I was worried that VT might be looking ahead, but I'd like to think it is a different team than it was in previous years. For one there is no QB controversy. Randall is the man and everyone knows it (I believe this was a big part of their demise last season). VT's WRs are awesome this year and are capable of making big plays. Most importantly it seems this year they are a team. I don't know about you, but I have my Team United bracelet!
If I was Frank Beamer I would make damn sure everyone realized we are taking this one game at a time. I think any advantage Maryland may have gotten from VT possibly looking ahead is cancelled out by the home field advantage.
VT wins the ACC!! :homer:
If I was Frank Beamer I would make damn sure everyone realized we are taking this one game at a time. I think any advantage Maryland may have gotten from VT possibly looking ahead is cancelled out by the home field advantage.
VT wins the ACC!! :homer:
I'm going against a lot of people here, but I disagree with the under. I think if the Hokies get ahead early, they'll just keep on scoring. Imoh ran for 243 yards last game at Chapel Hill against a UNC team that beat Miami, there is no saying what he'll do against a crap Terps defense. I am also calling that Eddie Royal will run a punt return for a touchdown and Jimmy Williams will have an interception. The Hokies had a bye week which gave them plenty of time to rest and prepare for this game. They know the ACC championship is on the line.
My prediction VT 35 - MD 10
I also have my orange "TEAM UNITED" wristband.
Let's Go Hokies!
My prediction VT 35 - MD 10
I also have my orange "TEAM UNITED" wristband.
Let's Go Hokies!
I am a season ticket holder for the Terps. Most of their offensive problems recently have to do with the offensive line being banged up. The extra rest since UVA will do nothing but help. I'll take my chances with Maryland's D getting 10 points. They did beat Florida State the week before and held a very good Wahoo offense to 16 points. The Fridge will take advantage of the extra days to come up with some way to score. Maryland is desperate as they must win to go bowling. Keep hitting those Hokies. Maryland outright.
Actually Md. D looked pretty good against UVa., problems came in 2nd half
as they were on the field for most of the half, got tired, and were blown off
the line. UVa had trouble scoring even though they moved the ball (ran for
almost 300 yds.) all game. I think that UVa running game (OL) is better than VT,
but VT WR's are better than UVa. QB's are similar for both, success in throwing
by VT decides the cover here. Will Randall have + 150 yds?
as they were on the field for most of the half, got tired, and were blown off
the line. UVa had trouble scoring even though they moved the ball (ran for
almost 300 yds.) all game. I think that UVa running game (OL) is better than VT,
but VT WR's are better than UVa. QB's are similar for both, success in throwing
by VT decides the cover here. Will Randall have + 150 yds?
