The Tulane Green Wave (11-2) are set to face off against the Virginia Tech Hokies (6-6) in the Military Bowl. With Tulane coming off a strong season and Virginia Tech aiming to cap off a .500 season with a bowl victory, this matchup promises to be a clash of determination and skill. Let’s run through our Virginia Tech vs. Tulane predictions and Military Bowl picks below.
Virginia Tech vs. Tulane Odds
- Moneyline: Virginia Tech -305 (PointsBet) / Tulane +240 (PointsBet)
- Spread: Virginia Tech -10.5 (PointsBet)
- Total: 46.5 / Over -115 (FanDuel) / Under -105 (FanDuel)
Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Dec. 27
- Time: 02:00 PM ET
- Location: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium – Annapolis, MD
- TV: ESPN
Virginia Tech Hokies Betting Trends
- On the road, Virginia Tech Hokies are 2 and 4 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Virginia Tech Hokies are 7 and 5.
- Against the spread on the road, Virginia Tech Hokies are 3 and 3.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Trends
- At home, Tulane Green Wave are 6 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Tulane Green Wave are 5 and 8.
- Against the spread at home, Tulane Green Wave are 2 and 6.
Virginia Tech vs. Tulane Predictions
Tulane enters the game with a high-powered offense that has racked up 349 points for the season, while their defense has been equally formidable, allowing only 246 points against. The Green Wave’s recent performance has been stellar, winning 9 of their last 10 games, indicating a team peaking at the right moment.
Virginia Tech, on the other hand, has had a more turbulent season, reflected in their .500 record. However, they’ve shown they can put points on the board, with 343 points for, but their defense has been less consistent, conceding 291 points. The Hokies have won just 4 of their last 10 games, but they will be looking to leverage their recent bowl game experience and the dynamic play of their key players to upset Tulane’s rhythm.
Military Bowl Pick
Tulane has consistently stayed under the total line, with a 1-9 record in their last 10 games, hinting at games that are closer and less high-scoring than anticipated. This trend could play into Tulane’s hands, as keeping the scoreline tight aligns with their ability to cover the spread.
With the spread line at +7.5 for the Hokies, there’s a strong argument that they can keep the game within a touchdown, if not win outright, making Virginia Tech against the spread the savvy pick for this bowl game.
The Pick: Tulane +10.5 (PointsBet)