The Clemson Tigers are in desperation mode when they face the Virginia Tech Hokies on Saturday in their next-to-last ACC game of 2024.
Kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. eastern at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va., with the game to be broadcast on ESPN.
The No. 19 Tigers (6-2, 5-1 in ACC) are now a game back of both Miami and SMU in the ACC standings. And, if you’re paying attention to ACC tiebreakers, you know they do not favor Clemson at all.
The Tigers must win their remaining two ACC games and then either Miami or SMU must lose two of their remaining three league games. The three teams don’t play each other and the Tigers lose in the common opponents tiebreaker.
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Virginia Tech (5-4, 3-2) is one win away from bowl eligibility, but the Hokies are basically out of the conference championship game. Watch the status of quarterback Kyron Drones. He’s questionable leading up to kickoff.
So who wins? Here is the All Clemson staff’s predictions for the game.
Clemson 28, Virginia Tech 24
It’s not going to be an easy game for the Tigers. Frankly, it’s not going to be easy the rest of the way. They not only have to win these last two ACC games, but the Tigers really need to win the remaining four games to finish 10-2 and enhance their credentials as much as possible to entice the College Football Playoff committee to take them as an at-large. Frankly, I think their chances to reach the ACC title game are toast. Yes, there is math that gets the Tigers there. But I just don’t see both Miami and SMU losing two league games, which is what the Tigers need. As for the game, I don’t see Clemson laying two eggs in a row on offense. But watch that Clemson run defense. It struggled against Louisville and the Hokies can absolutely exploit that weakness if it’s not shored up.
Clemson 27, Virginia Tech 24
The Tigers bounced back nicely after their loss in the season opener against the Georgia Bulldogs. I expect them to do the same this Saturday at Lane Stadium. After falling to Louisville, the team is no longer in the driver’s seat when controlling their spot in either the ACC title game or the College Football Playoff. The Tigers will undoubtedly need some help ahead, but that won’t matter in the slightest unless they keep winning. Cade Klubnik, who showed signs of regression last week, should also have a bounce-back game against the Hokies. Much like Memorial Stadium, Clemson is heading into a challenging atmosphere. It will be close, but ultimately, the Tigers will keep their postseason hopes alive.
Clemson 31, Virginia Tech 24
The Tigers got a taste of their own blood again last week and will be looking to bounce back with a solid week against the Hokies. Unfortunately for them, this is a gritty Virginia Tech team that can run the ball well and could spell some troubles for Clemson. While it won’t be easy, the Tigers should still be able to pull out the victory.
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This weekend’s college basketball slate kicks off with a blockbuster showdown between the No. 11 Virginia Cavaliers and the top-ranked Duke Blue Devils. They’ll be playing in Durham, where Duke has been undefeated for over a year. Virginia (25-3), however, has been on point all season and stands a chance at snapping the Blue Devils’ home court winning streak.
At a Glance: How to Watch Virginia vs. Duke Basketball Game
Stream: Sling
TV channel: ESPN
Date, time: Saturday, Feb. 28 at noon ET
The Cavaliers are coming off a big 90-61 win over NC State, and are looking to extend a nine-game winning streak. The Blue Devils are hot off a massive 100-56 victory against Notre Dame. Duke is seeking another shot at the title this year after falling to No. 1 Houston in last year’s Final Four.
If you don’t have a way to watch Saturday’s Virginia vs. Duke game, read on. Ahead is a quick guide on how to livestream Virginia vs. Duke with Sling, plus key details about the matchup.
How to Watch Virginia vs. Duke Basketball Game Online
Saturday’s Virginia vs. Duke matchup will air on ESPN. If you don’t have cable, you can watch the game online using any live TV streaming service that carries the channel. One of our favorites is Sling, which offers flexible packages and a great channel lineup.
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ESPN is included in Sling’s Orange and Orange + Blue packages. The Orange plan carries 30+ channels, including CNN, TNT, HGTV, and ID, as well as ESPN. This plan is available as a monthly subscription, starting at $45.99 a month, but Sling also offers short-term passes that are ideal for catching individual games or tournaments. A one-day pass costs $4.99, a three-day pass costs $9.99, and a seven-day pass costs $14.99.
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If you want more channels, upgrade to the Orange + Blue package. This plan starts at $60.99 a month and carries 50+ channels, including local networks (in select markets), Fox News, NFL Network, and everything in the Orange package.
Virginia vs. Duke Game Date, Start Time
The next Virginia vs. Duke basketball game takes place on Saturday, Feb. 28. Tip-off is at noon ET.
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As we approach the 250th anniversary of the United States and Virginia, we’re embarking on a journey to celebrate the rich history of the place we call home. (WSLS 10)
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A fatal collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck on Thursday evening has claimed a life and prompted a significant road closure in South Reno.
The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to reports of the crash at approximately 5:29 p.m. on February 26. The incident occurred on northbound South Virginia Street, just north of Damonte Ranch Parkway.
According to the Nevada State Police, the rider of the motorcycle, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel. The driver of the pickup truck remained on-site, though no further details regarding other injuries or the cause of the crash have been released. Northbound South Virginia Street: Completely shut down from Damonte Ranch Parkway to Bishop Manogue Drive.
Southbound South Virginia Street: Open, but expect “rubbernecking” delays as drivers pass the emergency vehicles. Officials expect the northbound lanes to remain closed until at least 11:30 p.m. as the NHP Highway Patrol Division completes their investigation.
