Matchup: Maryland Terrapins vs. Penn State Nittany Lions
Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Venue: Beaver Stadium, University Park, PA
Broadcast: BTN
Betting Line: Penn State favored by 25.5 points
Point Total: 50.5
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The Maryland Terrapins (4-7) are set to visit Beaver Stadium on Saturday, November 30, 2024, to compete against the Penn State Nittany Lions (10-1). The Nittany Lions enter this contest as 25.5-point favorites, with the total points established at 50.5.
The Terrapins arrive at this game with a season record of 4-7. In their previous match, they suffered a defeat against the Iowa Hawkeyes, ending with a score of 29-13. During that game, Maryland’s defense surrendered 268 rushing yards on 58 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per rush. They allowed 10 completions on 14 pass attempts, yielding 76 passing yards and a completion rate of 71.4%. Maryland executed 57 offensive plays for a total of 227 yards, managing to rush the ball 26 times for 98 yards at an average of 3.8 yards per carry.
This season, the Terrapins have accumulated a total of 4,439 yards. They scored 20 touchdowns through the air and 15 on the ground, albeit with 17 turnovers. Offensively, they recorded 245 first downs and faced 75 penalties totaling 695 yards. Averaging 113.9 rushing yards per game, they rank 114th in Division I. The Terrapins score approximately 25.2 points per game.
Defensively, the Terrapins allowed 2,703 passing yards this season, placing them 110th in Division I. They permit an average of 245.7 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 62.1%. Overall, they give up 375.0 yards per contest, ranking 79th in college football. Maryland has allowed 20 passing touchdowns and 15 rushing touchdowns this season. On average, they let opponents gain 3.8 yards per rush, yielding 129.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,422 rushing yards over 11 games. The team is currently positioned 95th in the nation in defense, conceding an average of 29.2 points per game.
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The Nittany Lions come into this matchup with a solid record of 10-1. In their latest game, they triumphed with a nail-biting 26-25 victory over the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Penn State recorded 361 total yards from 61 plays, averaging 5.9 yards per play. They managed 117 rushing yards on 33 carries, resulting in an average of 3.5 yards per carry while allowing 106 rushing yards on 36 attempts (2.9 yards per carry). Defensively, the Nittany Lions allowed a completion percentage of 65.2%, giving up 175 yards through the air on 15 of 23 passing attempts.
Analyzing their scoring capabilities, the Nittany Lions rank 37th nationally, averaging 32.4 points per game. Penn State’s offense has consistently produced, with an average of 445.6 yards per game, ranking them 21st in the nation. They have recorded 485 penalty yards over 54 infractions, placing 114th in Division I. The Nittany Lions have thrown six interceptions, allowed three fumbles to be recovered by opponents, and amassed 256 first downs. This season, they have generated 2,785 passing yards, averaging 253.2 yards per game—sitting 40th nationally. Moreover, they boast an impressive ground game, averaging 192.5 rushing yards per contest with a season total of 2,118 rushing yards.
Penn State’s defense, meanwhile, has given up a total of 1,092 rushing yards (99.3 yards per game) and six rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, they’ve allowed 10 passing touchdowns, averaging 174.1 passing yards per game, ranking them 9th overall. The Nittany Lions have recovered six fumbles and made nine interceptions this year. Their defensive unit has participated in 656 plays, ranking them 11th in the country. They currently allow just 14.6 points per game, which ranks them 7th in college football, having surrendered a total of 161 points.
Free Prediction: Take Penn State (-25.5)
