Northwestern Wildcats vs Maryland Terrapins Betting Pick & Prediction 10/11/24
SECU Stadium in College Park is the site for this week seven Big Ten matchup between the Maryland Terrapins and the Northwestern Wildcats. Kick-off is set for 8:00 ET, and you can catch the action on FOX. The Terrapins are favored by -10, and the over/under line is currently at 45.5 points. Maryland enters the game with a 3-2 record, while Northwestern is 2-3 on the season.
NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS VS MARYLAND TERRAPINS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Northwestern Wildcats +10
This game will be played at SECU Stadium at 8:00 ET on Friday, October 11th.
WHY BET THE NORTHWESTERN WILDCATS:
- We have the Northwestern Wildcats winning this one by a score of 32 to 19
- Not only do we have the Northwestern Wildcats winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +10
- Look for this game to go over the line of 45.5 points
Will The Northwestern Wildcats Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs
Northwestern heads into Week 7 against Maryland with a 2-3 record and ranks 87th in our CFB power rankings. Their chances of becoming bowl-eligible stand at just 5.7% for the rest of the season.
The Wildcats have been favored in only one game this year, going 1-0 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is -2.2 points per game, and they are 1-2 against the spread this season.
This week’s over/under line is 45.5 points. Northwestern’s games have averaged 39.4 points, with an average line of 40.1 points. So far, they are 1-2 against the over/under.
Northwestern’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 18.6 points per game, placing them 113th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Their third-down conversion rate is a mere 29.7%, and their passing game ranks 109th nationally, with 175.4 yards per game. Jack Lausch, their quarterback, has a passer rating of 74, with 523 yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions.
On the ground, Northwestern averages 127.8 rushing yards per game. Cam Porter leads the team with 249 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. A.J. Henning is the top receiver, with 296 yards and three touchdowns on 31 catches.
Northwestern’s defense struggled in their recent game, allowing 41 points and 538 total yards in a 41-24 loss to Indiana. The Wildcats gave up 380 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air, while also allowing 158 rushing yards.
Despite the rough outing, Northwestern ranks 31st nationally in points allowed, giving up 20.8 points per game. They are 20th in the country in rushing defense, allowing just 95.6 yards per game on 28.6 attempts. However, their pass defense ranks 132nd, surrendering 254.2 yards per game.
Are The Maryland Terrapins Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?
Maryland enters Week 7 with a 3-2 record, facing Northwestern at home. They are ranked 29th in our power rankings, and their chance of becoming bowl-eligible stands at 73.8%. So far, they are 1-1 at home and 1-1 on the road this season.
The Terrapins have a +11.6 average scoring margin and are 2-2 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two games, going 1-1 ATS as favorites.
Maryland’s over/under record is 3-1, with their games averaging 55.2 points. This week’s line is 45.5 points, compared to their average line of 48.8 points.
Maryland’s offense is centered around their passing game, ranking 10th in completions and 21st in attempts, with an average of 304.8 yards per game. They are 30th in scoring, averaging 33.4 points per game, and are ranked 32nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7.
Quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. has thrown for 1,444 yards, completing 72.3% of his passes, with 11 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. He has a passer rating of 112. Leading receiver Tai Felton has 642 yards and five touchdowns on 46 catches. Maryland is averaging 149 rushing yards per game.
Maryland’s defense struggled in their recent game against Indiana, giving up 42 points and 538 total yards. The Terrapins allowed 380 passing yards and three touchdowns through the air, while Indiana also rushed for 158 yards on 32 attempts.
Despite the rough outing, Maryland’s defense ranks 34th nationally, allowing 21.8 points per game. They are 45th in rushing yards allowed, giving up 118.8 yards per game, but rank 147th in passing yards allowed, surrendering 269.4 yards per game.