KEY FACTS: The Hokies are nasty against the run, allowing 1.5 yards per carry. West Virginia has 10 rushing TDs in three games, and its 5.6-yard rushing average is 23rd nationally. West Virginia won the Black Diamond (i.e. coal) Trophy last year, holding on for a 27-21 victory.
TRENDING: The favorite is 4-1 in the teams’ last five meetings. Va Tech has covered four straight following an ATS loss.
INSIGHT: We’re seeing the phenomenon of Reverse Line Movement. Despite more being wagered on the Over, market forces have shrunk the Total.