SMU vs.
SMU · Virginia TechGet kickoff time, ESPN coverage, betting odds, injuries and key players to watch. Ford Stadium on Friday night looking to rebound from a disappointing road loss to Syracuse when they host Virginia Tech in an important Atlantic Coast Conference matchup.
MORE: SMU Hires National Champion Jim Mitchell To Launch Lacrosse Program Injuries could play a significant role, particularly for an SMU defense dealing with several important absences.
According to the initial ACC availability report, the Mustangs have nine players listed as out, including safeties Tyren Polley Jr., cornerback Jaelyn Davis-Robinson, defensive ends Ira Singleton IV and Trey Wilson, and linebackers I'Zayah Young and Xavier Wright. Offensive lineman Abel Hoopii, wide receiver Carterrious Brown and running back Link Rhodes are also unavailable.
Safety Ahmaad Moses is listed as questionable. The defensive absences could create matchup problems against a Virginia Tech offense that has become increasingly productive through the air.
KEY POINTS
- SMU vs. Virginia Tech: How to Watch, Odds and Injury Report.
- SMU hosts Virginia Tech Friday night in a crucial ACC matchup.
- Both teams enter Friday's contest with 6-2 overall records, but SMU holds a slight advantage in the conference standings at 4-2 compared to Virginia Tech's 3-2 ACC mark.
- The Mustangs are coming off a narrow 30-27 defeat at Syracuse, while the Hokies have won two consecutive games, including a 20-16 victory over Clemson.