NC State Wolfpack vs Virginia Cavaliers 9/22/2023 NCAAF Week 4 Analysis, Picks and Predictions

NC State Wolfpack vs Virginia Cavaliers 9/22/2023 – Friday night college football enthusiasts, get ready for an intriguing matchup as the NC State Wolfpack lock horns with the Virginia Cavaliers at Scott Stadium. The gridiron action is set to sizzle, and we’ve got you covered with our free college football predictions.

The NC State Wolfpack come into this matchup with a commendable 2-1 record, and they’re quickly establishing themselves as a defensive powerhouse in the ACC Conference. Allowing just 22 points per game, the Wolfpack’s defense has been a formidable force. In their most recent outing, they showcased their defensive prowess by surging to a commanding 21-point lead in the first quarter and eventually cruising to a comfortable 45-7 victory at home against FCS VMI.

In stark contrast, the Virginia Cavaliers have encountered significant challenges on the defensive front this season. The Cavaliers faced a heart-wrenching tragedy last year with a school shooting that claimed the lives of three players. This adversity has undoubtedly impacted the team’s performance. As it stands, the Cavaliers rank last in the ACC Conference for total defense, conceding an average of 42.3 points per game.

Team	SP/RL	TOTAL	ML
Wolfpack	-9.5 (-105)	-360	46.5 o (-110)
Cavaliers	+9.5 (-115)	+290

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— NC State Football (@PackFootball) September 21, 2023

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Quarterback Brennan Armstrong, a transfer from Virginia, played a pivotal role for the Wolfpack in that game, amassing an impressive 303 yards of total offense. He connected with Bradley Rozner for a 16-yard touchdown pass, demonstrating his value to the team. Not to be outdone, the Wolfpack’s defense also played a significant role, with Robert Kennedy contributing a game-changing 30-yard interception return for a score, propelling NC State to an early 14-0 lead. The Wolfpack’s dominance was evident as they outgained VMI 498-191 and allowed just one third-down conversion.

Their most recent outing against Maryland showcased the Cavaliers’ struggles. They started strong, holding a 14-point lead in the first quarter. However, they couldn’t maintain their momentum and ultimately succumbed to a lopsided 42-14 defeat. Freshman quarterback Anthony Colandrea, in his second career start, finished with 263 passing yards but threw three consecutive interceptions in the second half. The Cavaliers’ defense also had its difficulties, giving up 342 yards through the air to the Terrapins.

NCAAF Latest Odds: NCST -9 ; O/U 46.5

In terms of historical matchups, North Carolina State holds the edge in the all-time series with a 36-22-1 record against Virginia. Recent meetings have further solidified the Wolfpack’s dominance, as they clinched victory in the last two encounters with respective margins of 14 and 17 points.

In summary, this Friday night’s ACC showdown promises an exciting clash between the resilient Wolfpack defense and a Cavaliers team eager to overcome early-season struggles. With NC State’s historical edge in recent meetings, the matchup takes on an added layer of intrigue as the Wolfpack aim to maintain their dominance.

Trends

North Carolina State Wolfpack Betting Trends

North Carolina State are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of North Carolina State’s last 6 games.
North Carolina State are 12-6 SU in their last 18 games.
North Carolina State are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against Virginia.
Wolfpack are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against Virginia.
North Carolina State are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games on the road.

Virginia Cavaliers Betting Trends

The total has gone OVER in 4 of Virginia’s last 5 games.
Virginia are 0-6 SU in their last 6 games.
Virginia are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games at home.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Virginia’s last 5 games when playing at home against North Carolina State.
Virginia are 1-8 SU in their last 9 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Virginia are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division.