UMass Minutemen vs Toledo Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 9/7/24

ESPN+ will be covering the week two non-conference matchup between the Toledo Rockets and the UMass Minutemen, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from the Glass Bowl in Toledo. The Rockets are currently -19.5 point favorites, with the over/under line at 50.5 points. Toledo comes in with a 1-0 record, while UMass is looking for their first win of the season. The money line odds have Toledo at -1522 and UMass at +840.

UMASS MINUTEMEN VS TOLEDO ROCKETS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Toledo Rockets -19.5

This game will be played at Glass Bowl at 3:30 ET on Saturday, September 7th.

WHY BET THE TOLEDO ROCKETS:

• We have the Toledo Rockets winning this one by a score of 39 to 16
• Not only do we have the Toledo Rockets winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -19.5
• Look for this game to go over the line of 50.5 points

Will The UMass Minutemen Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs

UMass is looking to bounce back after a disappointing 28-14 loss to Eastern Michigan in their season opener. The Minutemen, who were -2.5 point favorites, not only lost straight-up but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total score of 42 points fell short of the 50.5-point over/under line.

After a scoreless first quarter, UMass fell behind 14-0 by halftime. They managed to close the gap to 17-7 by the end of the third quarter but were outscored 11-7 in the fourth quarter.

UMass will be looking for more balance in their offense after their last game, where they finished with 329 total yards. The Minutemen had 24 first downs, with 152 rushing yards and 177 passing yards. Taisun Phommachanh completed 66.7% of his passes for 177 yards, with a passer rating of 82.22. His top target, Jalen John, caught five passes for 42 yards.

On the ground, Phommachanh also led the team with 57 rushing yards on 16 carries. UMass found the end zone twice on the ground but was unable to score through the air.

UMass will need to tighten up their run defense after allowing 142 rushing yards and two touchdowns to Eastern Michigan. Overall, the Minutemen gave up 383 total yards and 28 points. In the passing game, UMass allowed 241 yards and one touchdown on 17 completions.

Are The Toledo Rockets Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?

Toledo is off to a strong start this season, moving to 1-0 after a 49-10 win over Duquesne. This game was not included in the betting lines, but the Rockets’ victory was decisive, with the two teams combining for 59 points.

The Rockets took control early, leading 21-7 after the first quarter. Duquesne managed to close the gap to 28-10 by halftime, but Toledo added 14 points in the third quarter and another 7 in the fourth to secure the win.

Toledo’s offense was in top form in their 49-10 win, racking up 448 total yards and 27 first downs. The Rockets’ ground game was effective, with 169 rushing yards and three touchdowns, while their passing attack added 279 yards and four scores.

Quarterback Tucker Gleason led the way, completing 62.5% of his passes for 202 yards and three touchdowns. He finished with a passer rating of 128.82. On the ground, Willie Shaw III averaged 7.1 yards per carry, and Jerjuan Newton was the top receiver with five catches for 98 yards.

Toledo’s defense was solid in their most recent game, holding Duquesne to 10 points and 284 total yards. The Rockets’ secondary gave up 161 passing yards and one touchdown, but they did come up with an interception. On the ground, Toledo allowed just 123 yards rushing on 29 attempts.