Virginia Tech Hokies vs SMU Mustangs prediction & odds
Friday, November 6, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Gerald J. Ford Stadium
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When and where is Virginia Tech Hokies vs SMU Mustangs?
Virginia Tech Hokies visit SMU Mustangs at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on November 6, 2026.
Who is favored in Virginia Tech Hokies vs SMU Mustangs?
SMU Mustangs are the favorite at DraftKings: moneyline -225, a price that implies about 69%. Virginia Tech Hokies are +185.
What are the spread and the over/under for Virginia Tech Hokies vs SMU Mustangs?
DraftKings has SMU -6, with the total at 56.5.
How are Virginia Tech Hokies and SMU Mustangs playing lately?
SMU Mustangs are 7-3 in their last 10, Virginia Tech Hokies 6-4.
The SMU Mustangs will face the Virginia Tech Hokies at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on November 7, 2026, in a matchup of teams both holding a 6-2 record this season. SMU comes into the game following a recent loss to the Syracuse Orange, where they fell 30-27. Prior to that, they had a strong performance against the California Golden Bears, winning 59-20. The Mustangs have shown a potent offense, averaging 33.6 points over their last five games, with Kevin Jennings leading the team in passing yards, boasting 2,414 yards, 21 touchdowns, and only 5 interceptions this season.
Virginia Tech enters the game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Clemson Tigers 20-16 and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 34-24. Ethan Grunkemeyer leads the Hokies in passing, with 2,140 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions. The Hokies have been competitive, averaging 30.4 points per game over their last ten outings.
The betting odds from DraftKings list SMU as a 6-point favorite, with a total set at 56.5. Weather conditions are expected to be mild, with a temperature around 66°F and no precipitation forecasted. Both teams will be looking to solidify their positions as they head into the latter part of the season, making this matchup crucial for postseason implications.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SMU -6 | 56.5 o -108 / u -112 | Virginia Tech Hokies +185 · SMU Mustangs -225 |
Leaders
- Passing yardsKevin Jennings185/251, 2,414 YDS, 21 TD, 5 INTSMU Mustangs
- Rushing yardsKendrick Raphael135 CAR, 692 YDS, 9 TDSMU Mustangs
- Receiving yardsYamir Knight44 REC, 523 YDS, 3 TDSMU Mustangs
- Passing yardsEthan Grunkemeyer187/262, 2,140 YDS, 17 TD, 2 INTVirginia Tech Hokies
- Rushing yardsJeffrey Overton Jr.113 CAR, 639 YDS, 4 TDVirginia Tech Hokies
- Receiving yardsQue'Sean Brown51 REC, 685 YDS, 3 TDVirginia Tech Hokies
Recent form
SMU Mustangs
Last 10: 7-3Streak L135.5 scored · 22.2 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W34-24vs Missouri State BearsSep 26
- W25-16vs Boston College EaglesOct 3
- W23-13vs Virginia CavaliersOct 17
- W59-20vs California Golden BearsOct 24
- L30-27vs Syracuse OrangeOct 31
Virginia Tech Hokies
Last 10: 6-4Streak W230.4 scored · 22.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- W21-14vs Boston College EaglesSep 26
- L35-33vs Pittsburgh PanthersOct 2
- L25-20vs California Golden BearsOct 10
- W34-24vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsOct 17
- W20-16vs Clemson TigersOct 24
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Miami | 8-0 | 6-0 |
| Wake Forest | 7-1 | 5-1 |
| Louisville | 5-3 | 4-2 |
| SMU | 6-2 | 4-2 |
| Virginia Tech | 6-2 | 3-2 |
| Duke | 6-2 | 3-2 |
| Clemson | 5-3 | 3-2 |
| Pittsburgh | 6-3 | 3-3 |
| Boston College | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| NC State | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| North Carolina | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| Virginia | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| California | 3-6 | 2-4 |
| Syracuse | 4-4 | 2-4 |
| Stanford | 4-5 | 2-4 |
| Florida State | 3-5 | 1-4 |
| Georgia Tech | 2-6 | 1-4 |
Box score
| Stat | Virginia Tech Hokies | SMU Mustangs |
|---|---|---|
| Total points per game | 35.0 | 35.3 |
| Yards per game | 424.1 | 464.1 |
| Passing yards per game | 284.4 | 318.0 |
| Rushing yards per game | 139.8 | 146.1 |
| Total points per game allowed | 20.5 | 22.3 |
| Yards per game allowed | 311.4 | 307.6 |
| Passing yards per game allowed | 218.0 | 181.8 |
| Rushing yards per game allowed | 93.4 | 125.9 |
Venue
- Gerald J. Ford StadiumDallas, TX
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