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South Carolina vs. Virginia Tech — Betting Preview & Best Bet

Game Snapshot

• Matchup: South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Virginia Tech Hokies

• When & Where: Sunday, Aug. 31 — 7:30 PM ET, Bank of America Stadium (Charlotte, NC)

• Line: South Carolina –7 | Total: 51.5

Why This Game Matters

South Carolina enters with momentum under Shane Beamer, looking to establish itself early as a rising SEC program. LaNorris Sellers, the new QB1, has drawn rave reviews for his athleticism and arm talent, and this matchup doubles as a national coming-out party.

For Virginia Tech, Year 3 under Brent Pry is about progress. The Hokies return QB Kyron Drones, but depth concerns and a rebuilt offensive line raise questions about their ability to hang four quarters against SEC speed and size.

What Analysts Are Saying

• Backing The Pack / SB Nation: Both leaned South Carolina –7, highlighting Sellers’ upside and Tech’s offensive instability.

• GobblerCountry (VT site): Staff picks had SC winning 27–17 and 35–21, each covering the spread.

• SportsLine & Dimers: Their models were close to the number, but even then simulations still give South Carolina a 64% win probability, suggesting Tech’s cover chances are slim if SC’s offense clicks.

• Props Talk (SI/DK): WR Nyck Harbor is set for a breakout role; his receiving yards over 47.5 is a popular prop alongside RB Rahsul Faison Anytime TD.

Matchup Breakdown

• QB Edge: Sellers’ mobility and arm talent give SC a dynamic playmaker, while Drones has struggled against top defenses.

• Trenches: South Carolina’s front seven should overwhelm VT’s O-line, forcing Drones into hurried throws and stalled drives.

• Skill Talent: Harbor and Faison give Sellers legit weapons. Virginia Tech doesn’t match up athletically on the outside.

• Coaching & Depth: Beamer’s program has depth advantages across both lines and special teams — areas that decide spreads like this.

Projected Score

South Carolina 31, Virginia Tech 20

The Gamecocks pull away late thanks to explosive plays from Sellers and Harbor. Virginia Tech hangs around early, but mismatches up front tilt the second half heavily in South Carolina’s favor.

Best Bet: South Carolina –7

The Hokies are improving, but they don’t yet have the roster to match SEC speed and depth. Sellers’ dual-threat ability and South Carolina’s athletic advantage across the board point toward a comfortable Gamecock win.

👉 Play: South Carolina –7
Expect Beamer’s squad to cover and set the tone for a big 2025 season.

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