3* Non-Conference SMASH on Virginia Tech -7

Cincinnati vs. Virginia Tech, 09/29/2012 15:30 EDT, Score: 27 - 24

Point Spread: -7/-105 Virginia Tech

Sportsbook: 5Dimes

Result: Loss

3* Non-Conference SMASH on Virginia Tech -7
Virginia Tech has been a terrific investment in this point spread range over the last two decades. It is 38-20 ATS as a favorite of 3.5 to 10 points since 1992 and has won these games by an average score of 29.1 to 17.7. The Hokies are 5-1 ATS all-time under coach Beamer as a neutral field favorite of 3.5 to 7 points.

The Bearcats have had a bye week to prepare, but they are a soft 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games following an off week. They are also a soft 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games versus a team with a winning record.

VA Tech is the better team, and I expect it to prove it in this neutral field battle.