Kickoff Time, TV Details, Early Betting Odds Released for NC State vs Virginia in Brazil

NC State’s 2026 football season opener against Virginia in Brazil is still months away, but fans now officially know when and where to tune in.

The Wolfpack and Cavaliers will kick off on August 29 with a 3:30 p.m. start time, and the game will air nationally on ESPN.

Game Details

Matchup: NC State vs Virginia
Date: August 29, 2026
Kickoff: 3:30 p.m.
Television: ESPN
Location: Brazil

Early Betting Odds

While the line will undoubtedly shift between now and kickoff, the early odds have already been released.

Current odds

Virginia -3
Total: 53.5
NC State Moneyline: +120
Virginia Moneyline: -142

Against The Spread Trends

NC State (2025)
7-6 ATS
Covered in final 3 games (3-0 ATS)
Total went Over in 7 of 13 games
Under hit in 3 of final 4 games

Virginia (2025)
9-5 ATS
Covered in 3 of final 4 games
Under hit in 9 of 14 games
Under hit in final 9 games of season

Series History

NC State has controlled the recent series against Virginia, winning four straight matchups.

During that stretch:

Wolfpack are 3-1 ATS
Total has gone Over in 3 of the last 4 meetings