Rutgers vs Virginia Tech Picks and Prediction – 9/21/2024

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights head to Virginia Tech on Saturday to take on the Hokies. Rutgers is 2-0 on the season. The Scarlet Knights won their first two games at home and had last week off. Rutgers has scored 44 points or more in both of their wins on the year. The Scarlet Knights are 6th best in the country averaging 307 rushing yards per game. Stay up to date with our expert's College Football Picks. 

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights beat Akron in their last game played 49-17. QB Athan Kaliakmanis threw for 230 yards with 3 touchdowns and 1 interception. Kaliakmanis has 6 passing touchdowns on the season. WR Dymere Mill leads Rutgers on the season with 8 catches. 

The Virginia Tech Hokies are 2-1 on the season. Virginia Tech lost their season opener against Vanderbilt but have won their next two games. The Hokies have scored more than 30 points in back to back games. Virginia Tech lost to Rutgers last season 35-16.

The Virginia Tech Hokies beat Old Dominion in their last game 37-17. QB Kyron Drones threw for 176 yards in the win and rushed for 117 yards. Drones had a passing and rushing touchdown. RB Bhayshul Tuten also added 115 rushing yards. Tuten had 21 carries and scored 2 touchdowns. 

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights had an extra week to prepare for this road game. Rutgers 

has been able to find ways to score through their first two games. Watch for the Scarlet Knights to find success on the ground and control the clock. Take the free points in what should be a low scoring affair. Final Score Prediction, Rutgers Scarlet Knights win and cover ATS 24-20.