Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024
Venue: Scott Stadium, Charlottesville, VA
Broadcast: The CW Network
Betting Odds: Cavaliers favored by 3.5 points
Total Points Over/Under: 58.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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The Virginia Cavaliers (4-3) are set to challenge the North Carolina Tar Heels (3-4) at Scott Stadium on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Virginia opens as 3.5-point favorites, according to Bovada bookmakers. The total points line is set at 58.5.
The North Carolina Tar Heels enter this contest with a record of 3-4 for the season. In their most recent game, the Tar Heels faced off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, suffering a defeat with a final score of 41-34. On the defensive side, North Carolina allowed an impressive 371 rushing yards on 48 attempts, yielding an average of 7.7 yards per carry. Through the air, they permitted 12 completions out of 23 passes, totaling 134 yards with a completion percentage of 52.2%. Overall, they executed 68 plays accumulating 417 yards offensively. On the ground, the Tar Heels ran it 34 times for 201 yards, averaging 5.9 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring efficiency, the North Carolina Tar Heels average 32.9 points per game, and they rush for an average of 198.7 yards, placing them 30th overall in the nation. Throughout the season, the Tar Heels have amassed a total of 3,111 yards. They have scored 10 touchdowns through the air and 15 on the ground, while also racking up 166 first downs. However, they have also faced 54 penalties, resulting in 449 yards lost and have coughed up possession 10 times.
Defensively, North Carolina ranks 106th in the nation, allowing an average of 30.4 points per game. Opposing teams average 4.3 yards per carry and have rushed for 160.3 yards per game against them, contributing to a total of 1,122 rushing yards given up in 7 games. In the passing department, the Tar Heels have allowed 1,677 yards, ranking 101st overall, with an average of 239.6 yards allowed per game and a 54.4% completion rate. In total, they have submitted 399.9 yards per game, also giving up 11 touchdowns through the air and 13 on the ground.
The Virginia Cavaliers enter this game with a season record of 4-3. In their latest matchup, they were defeated by the Clemson Tigers with a score of 48-31. The Cavaliers managed to accumulate 346 yards on 62 plays, averaging 5.6 yards per play. They struggled on the ground, averaging only 2.3 yards per attempt for a total of 68 yards on 29 carries. Defensively, Virginia allowed 194 yards on 38 rushing attempts, yielding an average of 5.1 yards per carry. Their pass defense permitted a completion rate of 67.6%, yielding 345 yards on 25 out of 37 passes.
The Virginia Cavaliers are averaging 422.3 yards per game, ranking 48th in Division 1. They have committed 35 penalties resulting in 304 yards lost, placing them 104th in the nation concerning penalties. Rushing wise, they average 159.6 yards per game, totaling 1,117 yards this season. Virginia has thrown 5 interceptions and lost 3 fumbles, while achieving 150 first downs. In points per game, the Cavaliers sit 73rd in college football with an average of 28.0 points. Passing-wise, for the season, they have accrued 1,839 yards and are averaging 262.7 passing yards per game, ranking them 36th overall.
On the defensive side, Virginia has allowed 934 yards rushing (133.4 yards per game), along with 10 rushing touchdowns this season. In the passing game, they have yielded 11 touchdown passes and an average of 272.6 yards per game through the air, which positions them 121st in Division 1. They have also recovered 4 fumbles and made 5 interceptions throughout the season. The Cavaliers’ defense has been on the field for 476 plays, ranking them 96th nationally. They are giving up 25.7 points per game, placing them 79th in D-1 with a total of 180 points conceded.
Which team will prevail in this highly anticipated college football clash between the Tar Heels and the Cavaliers?
Free Pick: North Carolina +3.5
