Marshall vs Virginia Tech Picks and Prediction – 9/7/2024

This Saturday, Stone Earle and the Marshall Thundering Herd will host Kyron Drones and the Virginia Tech Hokies at Joan C. Edwards Stadium in Huntington, West Virginia. Get our free NCAAF Picks all season long! The Thundering Herd is coming off a dominant performance last week, having defeated Stony Brook 45-3. Earle led the offense with precision, showing that Marshall is ready to make a statement this season.

Marshall's impressive opening game highlighted their strong defense and an offense that could move the ball efficiently. Earle's leadership at quarterback was impressive as he managed to distribute the ball effectively, allowing the Thundering Herd to control the game from start to finish.

On the other side, the Virginia Tech Hokies are looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking overtime loss to Vanderbilt, 34-27. Kyron Drones had a solid performance, but the Hokies fell short in overtime, showing that while they have the potential to be competitive, they need to close out games more effectively.

Virginia Tech's defense showed some weakness, which Marshall will likely try to expose. Drones and the Hokies' offense will need to be sharp and avoid turnovers if they want to leave with a victory. This matchup could be crucial for both sides as they look to set the tone for the rest of their season.

This game will be a lot closer than people think. Right now Hokies quarterback Kyren Drones is listed as injured with an undisclosed injury, and the Marshall Thundering Herd have plenty of momentum after their recent win. Expect the Hokies to leave the stadium with the win, but for the Thundering Herd to cover the spread. Final Score Prediction, Virginia Tech Hokies win 36-27