| MATCHUP | Maryland Terrapins | Illinois Fighting Illini |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-5 | 6-3 |
| Spread | +15.5 -112 | -15.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | +500 | -700 |
| Total | Over 52.5 (-115) | Under 52.5 (-105) |
| Where | Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL), Champaign, IL | |
| When | Saturday, November 15, 2025 | |
| Time | 03:30 PM EST | |
| TV | FS1 | |
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins are 4-5 (1-5) this year after they lost to Rutgers by a score of 35-20 in their last game. Maryland trailed 21-17 at halftime and only managed three points in the second half for the loss. The Terrapins were out gained by a total of 485-403, went 4-12 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 2-1 in the game. Malik Washington went 15-28 for 98 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while also rushing for 164 yards and one score on eight carries. Dorian Fleming led the receivers with four catches for 39 yards in the loss. The Maryland defense recorded one sack and six tackles for loss in the game.Prior to that game, Maryland lost to Indiana by a score of 55-10 and UCLA by a score of 20-17. The Terrapins have lost five games in a row and they are currently tied for 14th in the Big Ten standings. Maryland has scored 25.3 points per game with 232.8 passing yards and 116.8 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 23.4 points against per game this season. Malik Washington has thrown for 2,056 yards, 13 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Shaleak Knotts has 28 receptions for 434 yards and five scores this year.
Illinois Fighting Illini Betting Preview
The Illinois Fighting Illini are 6-3 (3-3) this season after they defeated Rutgers by a score of 35-13 in their last game. Illinois led 21-6 at halftime and added 14 points in the third quarter to seal the win. The Fighting Illini out gained Rutgers by a total of 445-312, went 7-12 on third downs, and lost the turnover battle by a total of 1-0 in the game. Luke Altmyer went 19-31 for 235 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception, while also rushing for 88 yards and one score on seven carries. Hudson Clement led the receivers with five receptions for 84 yards and one touchdown in the win. The Illinois defense recorded two sacks and five tackles for loss in the game.Prior to that game, Illinois lost to Washington by a score of 42-25 and Ohio State by a score of 34-16. The Fighting Illini have lost two of their last three games and they are currently tied for ninth in the Big Ten standings. Illinois has scored 33.1 points per game with 253.9 passing yards and 131.0 rushing yards per game, while they have allowed 25.9 points against per game this season. Luke Altmyer has thrown for 2,255 yards, 19 touchdowns, and four interceptions, while Hank Beatty has 49 receptions for 730 yards and three scores this season.
Why the Illinois Fighting Illini will win
- Illinois has won each of its last 10 games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Maryland has lost each of its last six games in November.
- Illinois has covered the spread in each of its last seven games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Maryland has failed to cover the spread in each of its last five games in November.
- Illinois has won the first half in three of its last four games against conference opponents at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Why the Maryland Terrapins will win
- Maryland has covered the spread in four of its last five games as an underdog against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Six of Illinois’ last seven November games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams have gone OVER the total points line.
- Four of Maryland’s last five games as a road underdog have gone UNDER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Illinois ranks T130th among FBS teams for interceptions this season (2).
- Illinois ranks T122nd among FBS teams for red zone percentage against this season (90.9).
- Maryland ranks T131st among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (3.0).
- Maryland ranks T10th among FBS teams for Q1 opponent points per game this season (2.3).
Maryland vs Illinois Prediction
Maryland comes into this contest looking to snap their five game losing streak, but they have allowed at least 34 points in three of their last four games. The Terrapins have a freshman quarterback that makes plenty of mistakes, but he is also a big play waiting to happen on the ground. Illinois is just 3-3 in Big Ten play and their defense is a liability, but Altmyer is a very good quarterback. I think we are going to see both sides move the ball pretty easily, so I like the over here.David Racey is 117-95 (55%) in College Football this season and is one of the top College Football Handicappers on the site. Click here for his premium plays for the week!