Virginia Tech vs SMU player props, stats and preview
By DARIMARKET Research · Published · Updated · Start Fri, Nov 6, 7:00 PM ET
The Virginia Tech Hokies visit the SMU Mustangs on Friday, Nov 6 at 7:00 PM ET, College Football Week 10. This preview covers Virginia Tech vs SMU player props: the star players to watch, each team's recent form, the best last-10 hit rates next to the FanDuel and DraftKings lines, and the injury report.
The Virginia Tech are 6-4 over the last 10, 30.4 scored and 22.5 allowed per game. The SMU are 7-3 over the last 10, 35.5 scored and 22.2 allowed per game.
The best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Yamir Knight over 19.5 receiving yards (10 of 10), Ethan Grunkemeyer over 0.5 passing TDs (10 of 10) and Kevin Jennings over 199.5 passing yards (9 of 10). These are past results, not predictions.
Virginia Tech vs SMU star players to watch
Virginia Tech Hokies
Ethan Grunkemeyer, Virginia Tech quarterback. Averaged 253 passing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 175+ pass yds in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 0.5 passing TDs, 10 of the last 10.
Jeffrey Overton Jr., Virginia Tech running back. Averaged 76.1 rushing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rush yds in 9 of the last 10.
Que'Sean Brown, Virginia Tech wide receiver. Averaged 73.9 receiving yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rec yds in 8 of the last 10.
Luke Reynolds, Virginia Tech tight end. Averaged 50.4 receiving yards over the last 10 games. Best hit rate on file: over 1.5 receptions, 9 of the last 10.
SMU Mustangs
Kevin Jennings, SMU quarterback. Averaged 296.7 passing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 200+ pass yds in 9 of the last 10.
Kendrick Raphael, SMU running back. Averaged 85 rushing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rush yds in 9 of the last 10.
Yannick Smith, SMU wide receiver. Averaged 64.6 receiving yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rec yds in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 2.5 receptions, 9 of the last 10.
Yamir Knight, SMU wide receiver. Averaged 59.6 receiving yards over the last 10 games and cleared 20+ rec yds in 10 of the last 10.
Virginia Tech Hokies best player prop hit rates
Virginia Tech: 6-4 over the last 10, 30.4 scored and 22.5 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethan GrunkemeyerQB | over 0.5 passing TDsPassing TDs, last-10 avg 1.9 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Jeffrey Overton Jr.RB | over 39.5 rushing yardsRushing yards, last-10 avg 76.1 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Luke ReynoldsTE | over 1.5 receptionsReceptions, last-10 avg 5.2 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Que'Sean BrownWR | over 39.5 receiving yardsReceiving yards, last-10 avg 73.9 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
SMU Mustangs best player prop hit rates
SMU: 7-3 over the last 10, 35.5 scored and 22.2 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yamir KnightWR | over 19.5 receiving yardsReceiving yards, last-10 avg 59.6 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Kevin JenningsQB | over 199.5 passing yardsPassing yards, last-10 avg 296.7 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Kendrick RaphaelRB | over 39.5 rushing yardsRushing yards, last-10 avg 85 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Yannick SmithWR | over 2.5 receptionsReceptions, last-10 avg 4.1 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
Virginia Tech vs SMU injury report
Virginia Tech: none listed.
SMU: none listed.
From ESPN's injury report as of Nov 5, 2026, 7:53 AM ET. Players listed out or doubtful are left out of the lists above. Statuses change up to the start.
Game script: what to watch
If the Virginia Tech fall behind early, Ethan Grunkemeyer's passing volume usually rises. Ethan Grunkemeyer has averaged 253 passing yards over the last 10 and cleared 175+ pass yds in 8 of the last 10; check the passing-yards and alt-line hit rates on the player page.
If the SMU build a lead, they tend to lean on the run late. Kendrick Raphael has averaged 85 rushing yards over the last 10 and cleared 40+ rush yds in 9 of the last 10.
A trailing offense throws more, so Que'Sean Brown (73.9 receiving yards per game over the last 10) is the target to watch if the Virginia Tech are chasing points.
If a favorite goes down early, live lines and alternate spreads move fast. That is a moment to research, not to chase a loss.
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What are the best player props for Virginia Tech vs SMU?
Before Virginia Tech vs SMU (7:00 PM ET), the best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Yamir Knight over 19.5 receiving yards (10 of 10), Ethan Grunkemeyer over 0.5 passing TDs (10 of 10) and Kevin Jennings over 199.5 passing yards (9 of 10). Past results, not predictions. 21+.
Who are the star players to watch in Virginia Tech vs SMU?
Ethan Grunkemeyer (Virginia Tech quarterback) has averaged 253 passing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 175+ pass yds in 8 of the last 10. Best hit rate on file: over 0.5 passing TDs, 10 of the last 10. Jeffrey Overton Jr. (Virginia Tech running back) has averaged 76.1 rushing yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rush yds in 9 of the last 10. Que'Sean Brown (Virginia Tech wide receiver) has averaged 73.9 receiving yards over the last 10 games and cleared 40+ rec yds in 8 of the last 10. Luke Reynolds (Virginia Tech tight end) has averaged 50.4 receiving yards over the last 10 games. Best hit rate on file: over 1.5 receptions, 9 of the last 10.
What time does Virginia Tech vs SMU start?
Virginia Tech Hokies at SMU Mustangs starts Friday, Nov 6 at 7:00 PM ET.
Who is injured for Virginia Tech vs SMU?
From ESPN's injury report: Virginia Tech: none listed. SMU: none listed. Statuses change up to the start; confirm before acting.
Where can I find Virginia Tech vs SMU odds and prop lines?
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