Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins Prediction, 11/16/2024 College Football Picks, Best Bets & Odds

Game: Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Maryland Terrapins

Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024

Location: SECU Stadium in College Park, MD

TV: FS1

Odds/Point Spread: Terrapins (-6.0)

Total/Over-Under: 51

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (5-4) are en route to SECU Stadium on Saturday, November 16, 2024 where they will attempt to defeat the Maryland Terrapins (4-5). Rutgers is 6.0-point dogs from Vegas oddsmakers. The total has been set at 51.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights step onto the field holding a record of 5-4 this year. In their last game, the Scarlet Knights faced off with the Minnesota Golden Gophers and earned the victory with a final of 26-19. The Rutgers Scarlet Knights ran the football 38 times and recorded 109 yards, which had them averaging 2.9 yards per attempt. Once the final whistle blew, they had 71 plays which gave them a total of 349 yards. Rutgers allowed 27 pass completions on 45 tries for 262 yards, and a completion percentage of 60.0%. On the ground, the Scarlet Knights conceded 35 yards on 19 tries, which is 1.8 yds per rush surrendered.

The Scarlet Knights have earned 3,452 total yards this season. When it comes to getting in the endzone, Rutgers has earned 12 touchdowns via the pass and 17 touchdowns on the ground. They have turned the ball over 7 different times. Rutgers has amassed 195 1st downs as a unit, and they have been flagged for 35 penalties for 266 yds. As a team they're averaging 173.6 yards on the ground which is 53rd in college football. Regarding getting in the endzone, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights are sitting at 25.8 points per contest.

In terms of passing yards, the Scarlet Knights have conceded 2,075 yards which puts them in 77th in the nation. They have conceded 230.6 yards per outing via the pass and allowed a completion percentage of 63.4%. In total, they have surrendered 381.9 yards/game which ranks them 80th in college football. They have surrendered 11 touchdowns via the pass and 18 touchdowns running the ball. They are allowing teams to run for an average of 4.9 yards per rushing attempt and 151.3 rushing yards per contest so far this year. For the year, they have allowed 1,362 rushing yards through 9 games. The Scarlet Knights rank 66th in the country when it comes to team defense, allowing 24.1 points per contest.

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The Terrapins come into this game with a record of 4-5 for this season. When they last stepped on the gridiron, the Terrapins took a defeat with a final score of 39-18 when they played the Oregon Ducks. Maryland ran the ball for 2.6 yards per carry, finishing with 81 yards on 31 attempts. The Terrapins finished the contest with a total of 287 yds on 76 plays (3.8 yds per play). The Terrapins pass defense gave up a completion rate of 67.6%, surrendering 183 yds on 23 for 34 through the air. Maryland allowed 31 running attempts for 180 yds (5.8 yards per rush).

In relation to their ability to score points, the Terrapins are sitting 75th in Division 1 maintaining an average of 27.4 points per game. The Maryland Terrapins hold an average of 417.2 yards per outing, which has them ranked 46th in the nation. The Maryland offense has accrued 598 yds of penalties on 64 violations, which ranks 36th in the nation in terms of making mistakes. They have tossed 8 picks while letting opponents recover 6 fumbles and they have been able to record 205 first downs. During the season thus far, the Terrapins have racked up 2,722 yards via the pass as well as holding an average of 302.4 passing yards per game, which ranks 9th in D-1. They have an average of 114.8 yards via the ground game and have toted the ball for 1,033 yards in total.

Maryland has allowed the opposition a total of 1,022 rushing yards (113.6 yards/game) as well as 11 touchdowns on the ground for the campaign. They have yielded 18 touchdowns through the air in addition to 265.4 yards per game, ranking them 124th in the country. Their defense has compiled 6 fumbles and 9 interceptions so far this year. The Terrapins defense has taken part in 593 plays, which ranks 48th in D-1. The Terrapins are surrendering 29.0 points per game, ranking them 98th in Division 1. Over the course of the season, they have relinquished 261 points.

Who will win tonight's Scarlet Knights/Terrapins college football game against the spread?

Josh's Pick: Take the Terrapins -6.0

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