The Virginia Tech Hokies take on the Maryland Terrapins in the 2021 Pinstripe Bowl on Wednesday, Dec. 19, at 2:15 p.m. ET. The Terrapins are currently favored by 3.5 points, with an over/under of 54.5, according to DraftKings.
Considering what Virginia Tech has lost since the regular-season finale at Virginia, it’s a surprise Maryland is only a 3.5-point favorite over the Hokies. Since the Hokies beat UVA to become bowl eligible, numerous players have either entered the NCAA transfer portal or opted out of the bowl game to begin preparations for the 2022 NFL draft.
Quarterback Braxton Burmeister, wide receivers Tre Turner and Tayvion Robinson, defensive end Amare Barno, defensive tackle Jordan Williams, cornerback Jermaine Waller and guard Lecitus Smith are some of the notable Hokies no longer on the team ahead of the Pinstripe Bowl.