As Week 2 of the college football season kicks off, four key programs from the Mid-Atlantic region—Maryland, Virginia, Virginia Tech, and James Madison—are set to take the field in high-stakes matchups that will shape early-season momentum.
Virginia vs. NC State
Kickoff: Saturday, Sept. 6 – 12:00 PM ET
TV: ESPN2
Announcers: Bob Wischusen, Sam Acho
Location: Carter-Finley Stadium, Raleigh, NC
Preview:
Virginia crushed Coastal Carolina 48–7 in Week 1 and now faces ACC rival NC State in a rare non-conference matchup. QB Chandler Morris and WR Cam Ross lead a Cavaliers offense that looks explosive, but they’ll be tested by NC State’s aggressive front seven and hostile crowd. ESPN’s FPI gives UVA a slight edge, but Vegas favors the Wolfpack by 2.5.
Virginia Tech vs. Vanderbilt
Kickoff: Saturday, Sept. 6 – 7:30 PM ET
TV: ACC Network
Location: Lane Stadium, Blacksburg, VA
Preview:
After a tough loss to South Carolina, the Hokies return home to face SEC foe Vanderbilt. QB Kyron Drones must bounce back against a Commodores defense that allowed just 3 points in Week 1. WR Ayden Greene is poised for a breakout, and Virginia Tech’s front seven will need to contain dual-threat QB Diego Pavia to avoid a second straight defeat.
