| MATCHUP | Rutgers Scarlet Knights | Maryland Terrapins |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 1-4 | 2-4 |
| Spread | +5.5 -115 | -5.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +170 | -205 |
| Total | Over 56.5 (-112) | Under 56.5 (-108) |
| Where | SECU Stadium, College Park, MD | |
| When | Saturday, October 17, 2026 | |
| Time | 12:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | BTN | |
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Maryland Terrapins meet Saturday in week 7 college football action at SECU Stadium. Here’s a Rutgers vs. Maryland Prediction. This article will include a Rutgers vs Maryland Pick.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Preview
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights beat Howard, lost to Indiana, and they play Northwestern next. The Rutgers Scarlet Knights have lost 4 of their last 5 games. Dylan Lonergan is completing 55.4 percent of his passes for 775 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. KJ Duff and Ben Black III have combined for 808 receiving yards and 9 touchdowns, while Jourdin Houston has 15 receptions.
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights’ ground game is averaging 134.8 yards per contest, and Antwan Raymond leads the way with 469 yards and 4 touchdowns. Defensively, Rutgers is allowing 32.2 points and 407.4 yards per game. Chris Joines leads the Rutgers Scarlet Knights with 25 tackles, Moses Walker has 1.5 sacks, and Bradlee Jones has 2 interceptions.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins lost to Ohio State and Nebraska, and they play Illinois next. Maryland has lost 4 straight games. Malik Washington is completing 61 percent of his passes for 1,352 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions. Kaleb Webb and Chris Durr Jr. have combined for 725 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns, while Na’eem Abdul-Rahim Gladding has 20 receptions.
The Maryland Terrapins’ ground game is averaging 136 yards per contest, and DeJuan Williams leads the way with 242 yards and 3 touchdowns. Defensively, Maryland is allowing 32.7 points and 354 yards per game. Carlton Smith leads the Maryland Terrapins with 43 tackles; DD Holmes has 2.5 sacks, and Messiah Delhomme has 2 interceptions.
Why the Maryland Terrapins will win
- The favorite has won each of Maryland’s last 11 games at SECU Stadium.
- Rutgers has lost each of its last four games against conference opponents.
- The favorite has covered the spread in each of Maryland’s last five games at SECU Stadium.
- Rutgers has failed to cover the spread in five of its last six October games as an underdog.
- Rutgers has lost the first half in seven of its last eight games against conference opponents.
Why the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will win
- Maryland has lost 16 of its last 17 games against conference opponents.
- Maryland has failed to cover the spread in each of its last six October games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Maryland’s last six games at SECU Stadium have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Rutgers’ last five games at SECU Stadium have gone UNDER the total points line.
Maryland Terrapins Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 7, Chris Durr Jr. leads Maryland for receptions (46) this season.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 7, KJ Duff ranks T5th among FBS players for receiving touchdowns (7) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Maryland ranks T124th among FBS teams for points allowed per game this season (32.7).
- Maryland ranks T121st among FBS teams for average point differential in fourth quarters this season (-3.5).
- Rutgers ranks T126th among FBS teams for H1 opponent points per game this season (18.8).
- Rutgers is one of only 16 FBS teams with a 100% success rate on field goals and extra points this season.
Rutgers vs Maryland Prediction
I’m not running to the window to lay chalk with Maryland, as the defense is awful and it hasn’t competed in games it should’ve this season. However, Rutgers doesn’t defend either, and the offense isn’t lighting the world on fire. At least Maryland is at home and has a playmaking quarterback who should be the best player on the field. This is an ideal spot for the Terps to stop the bleeding. I’ll lay the points, as this is a must-win game for Maryland.