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2024 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 7
(2-3) Northwestern Wildcats vs. Maryland Terrapins (3-2)
Date: Friday, October 11th
Time: 8:00 ET
Venue: SECU Stadium, College Park, MD
Week 7 ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Northwestern +10 | Maryland -10
Week 7 CFB Moneyline Odds: Northwestern +298 | Maryland -389
College Football Betting Total: O/U 45.5
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Get ready for a Week 7 showdown between the Northwestern Wildcats and Maryland Terrapins that’s sure to bring the heat! Last time these two met, Northwestern snagged a thrilling 33-27 victory, and if history is any guide, this matchup could be just as exciting.
From 2017 to 2023, the Wildcats hold a 3-1 record against Maryland and have been cashing in as underdogs, going 3-2 in their last five as the lesser-favored team.
Maryland is the -10 point favorite as they host the Northwestern Wildcats at SECU Stadium in College Park. Kick-off is set for 8:00 ET, and the game will be broadcast on FOX. The money line odds have Maryland at -389 and Northwestern at +298.
The over/under line is currently at 45.5 points.
Maryland comes in with a 3-2 record, while Northwestern is 2-3 heading into this week seven Big Ten matchup.
Northwestern Wildcats
Northwestern heads into Week 7 against Maryland with a 2-3 record and ranks 87th in our CFB power rankings. Their chances of reaching bowl eligibility are slim at 5.7%.
So far, the Wildcats are 1-1 at home and 0-1 on the road. They’ve been favored in just one game this season, which they won, and their average scoring margin is -2.2 points per game.
Northwestern’s over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 39.4 points. The line for this week is 45.5 points, higher than their average line of 40.1 points.
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Northwestern Wildcats Stats
Northwestern’s offense has struggled this season, averaging just 18.6 points per game, which ranks 87th in the nation. They are 113th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Their third-down conversion rate is low at 29.7%, and they are 109th in passing yards, averaging 175.4 yards per game. Their passer rating is 70, ranking 121st.
Jack Lausch leads the team with 523 passing yards, completing 53.1% of his passes with four touchdowns and two interceptions. His passer rating is 74. Cam Porter has rushed for 249 yards and four touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. A.J. Henning has 31 catches for 296 yards and three touchdowns.
Northwestern’s defense, ranked 31st nationally, has allowed 20.8 points per game this season. They’ve been strong against the run, giving up just 95.6 rushing yards per game, which ranks 20th in the country. Opponents have averaged 28.6 rushing attempts per game against Northwestern, the 17th fewest in the nation.
In their recent game against Indiana, Northwestern allowed 41 points and 538 total yards, including 380 passing yards. This season, opposing quarterbacks have averaged a 96 passer rating and 254.2 passing yards per game against Northwestern’s defense.
Maryland Terrapins
Maryland enters Week 7 against Northwestern with a 3-2 record, ranked 29th in our power rankings. They have a 73.8% chance of becoming bowl-eligible. At home, the Terrapins are 1-1, and they’ve split their games as favorites, going 1-1. Their average scoring margin this season is +11.6 points.
Maryland’s over/under record is 3-1, with their games averaging 55.2 points. This week’s line is 45.5 points, compared to their season average line of 48.8 points.
Against the spread, Maryland is 2-2, with a 1-1 record at home. They’ve gone 1-1 ATS as favorites and have a +5.8 average margin against the over/under line this season.
Maryland Terrapins Stats
Maryland’s offense is centered around their passing game, ranking 10th in completions and 20th in passing yards, averaging 304.8 yards per game. They are 21st in passing attempts, with Billy Edwards Jr. throwing for 1,444 yards and 11 touchdowns, while completing 72.3% of his passes. Maryland is 30th in scoring, with 33.4 points per game, and we rank them 32nd in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7.
Edwards has thrown just two interceptions this season and has a passer rating of 112. Tai Felton is the leading receiver with 642 yards and five touchdowns on 46 catches. On the ground, Maryland is averaging 149 rushing yards per game. Roman Hemby leads the rushing attack with 318 yards, averaging 5 yards per carry, and has scored three touchdowns.
Maryland’s defense will look to bounce back after allowing 42 points in their recent game against Indiana. They gave up 538 total yards, including 380 passing yards and three passing touchdowns.
Despite the rough game, Maryland’s defense ranks 34th nationally, allowing 21.8 points per game. They are 45th in rushing yards allowed per game (118.8) and 147th in passing yards allowed (269.4).
Northwestern Wildcats vs. Maryland Terrapins NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Northwestern Wildcats are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Maryland Terrapins are 3-2 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Northwestern Wildcats are 5-5 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Maryland Terrapins have gone 5-5 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Northwestern Wildcats’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Maryland Terrapins’ have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free 2024 Week 7 NCAA Betting Prediction: Northwestern +10
Even better for bettors? Northwestern is a perfect 2-0 against the spread in their last two meetings with Maryland, with both games sailing over the total.
Heading into Week 7 of the 2024 season, the Wildcats (+10) are looking like a solid pick, especially if you’re chasing that underdog value on the moneyline (+298). Maryland, favored at -10, will try to hold off the Wildcats, but with Northwestern’s scrappy history, they’re not going down easy.
With an over/under set at 45.5, expect another high-scoring affair. This is college football at its finest—plenty of action, plenty of stakes, and prime betting value on the board. If you’re looking for some expert advice, Northwestern covering that +10 spread is worth a serious look.
With the over/under line set at 45.5 points, we see value in taking the over, as our projections have these teams combining for 59 points. Northwestern comes into this game as the +10 point underdogs, but we have them winning straight-up with a projected final score of 36-23.
Northwestern is the play to cover the spread as road underdogs and to win this game outright.
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