Maryland (4-5) vs Rutgers (5-4)
Game Info: Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm (SECU Stadium)
Betting Odds: Maryland -5.5 / Rutgers +5.5 --- Over/Under: 50.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: FS1
In this article, we will formulate a Rutgers vs Maryland prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, November 16th at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 12 matchup.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Preview
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights are 5-4 (2-4) this year after they defeated Minnesota by a score of 26-19 in their last game. Rutgers trailed 16-14 in the fourth quarter, but they scored 12 straight points to pull away for the win. The Scarlet Knights outgained Minnesota by a total of 349-297, tied the turnover battle at one, and went 4-14 on third down in the game. Athan Kaliakmanis threw for 240 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception, while Ian Strong caught four passes for 89 yards and one score.
Prior to that win, the Scarlet Knights lost four games in a row against USC, UCLA, Wisconsin, and Nebraska. The Rutgers offense has scored 25.8 points per game with 210 passing yards and 173.6 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 24.1 points per game this season. Athan Kaliakmanis has completed 53.8% of his passes for 1,890 yards, 12 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Kyle Monangai (questionable) has rushed for 931 yards and 10 scores.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins are 4-5 (1-5) this season after they lost to Oregon by a score of 39-18 in their last game. Maryland trailed 21-10 at halftime and 29-18 in the fourth quarter, but they couldn’t get any closer in the loss. The Terrapins were outgained by a total of 363-289, lost the turnover battle 3-0, and went 6-19 on third down in the game. Billy Edwards Jr. threw for 206 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions, while Tai Felton caught seven passes for 72 yards in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Terrapins lost to Minnesota by a score of 48-23 but did beat USC by a score of 29-28 before that. The Maryland offense has scored 27.4 points per game with 302.4 passing yards and 115 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 29 points per game this season. Billy Edwards Jr. has completed 66.1% of his passes for 2,520 yards, 14 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, while Roman Hemby has rushed for 437 yards and five scores.
Why Maryland will cover
- Rutgers has lost 10 of its last 11 games in November.
- The home team has won five of Maryland's last six games.
- Maryland has covered the spread in six of its last seven November games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Rutgers has failed to cover the spread in six of its last seven games in November.
Total Points Facts
- Ten of Maryland's last 11 games at SECU Stadium have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Rutgers' last four games against non-AP-ranked teams at SECU Stadium have gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Maryland ranks T16th among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (9.3).
- Maryland ranks T111th among FBS teams for Q4 opponent points per game this season (8.7).
- Rutgers ranks T106th among FBS teams for Q2 points per game this season (6.6).
- Rutgers ranks T31st among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (8.4).
Rutgers vs Maryland Prediction
Rutgers comes into this game after snapping their losing streak with a nice win last week and they are trying to become bowl-eligible with a win here. The Scarlet Knights have allowed 35+ points in three of their last four games, but their offense has actually been decent. Maryland has lost four of their last five games and they have been outscored 87-41 in their last two. Neither team has much confidence coming into this game, but I have to side with Maryland and their passing attack at home.
David’s Pick Maryland -5.5
AUTHOR: David Racey
