Virginia Tech vs. Rutgers: How to Watch, Odds, History

Before the season began, it was thought that when the Virginia Tech football team hosted Rutgers on Sept. 21 at Lane Stadium they would be 3-0 and looking for a big statement win before ACC play begins. However, a stunning Week 1 loss at Vanderbilt has the Hokies at 2-1 coming into the game after wins over Marshall and Old Dominion.

Rutgers, on the other hand, is 2-0 after wins over Howard and Akron in the first two weeks and a bye this past weekend. That gives them a chance to get a head start to start planning for Virginia Tech while the Hokies were beating Old Dominion, 37-17 in Norfolk. This is still the most highly-anticipated non-conference game for Brent Pry and his team before ACC play begins next Friday night at Miami on a short week. With that said, let's dive into the matchup with the Scarlet Knights.

How to Watch Virginia Tech vs. Rutgers

• Date: Sept. 21
• Time: 3:30 p.m.
• Venue: Lane Stadium
• How to Watch: ACC Network and FuboTV
• Virginia Tech Record: 2-1
• Rutgers Record: 2-0

Virginia Tech vs. Rutgers Odds

At the time this article is being written and according to DraftKings, Virginia Tech is a 3.5 favorite over Rutgers, but the line has seen some movement down since Sunday when the Hokies opened as a 5.5 favorite, which was a bit of a surprise.

Virginia Tech vs. Rutgers History

This will be the 17th overall meeting between Virginia Tech and Rutgers with the Hokies holding a 12-4 advantage. The Scarlet Knights beat the Hokies, 35-16, last season at home and this will be their first visit to Blacksburg since 2002. Virginia Tech doesn't need much of a reminder of last season's matchup when running back Kyle Monangai rushed for 143 yards and three touchdowns. He'll be a big focus this week of Chris Marve's defense as they attempt to slow him down this time around.