In this article we will formulate a Maryland vs Washington prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, October 4th at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 6 matchup.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Preview
The Maryland Terrapins are 4-0 (1-0) this year after they defeated Wisconsin by a score of 27-10 in their last game. Maryland led 20-0 at halftime and they were able to pick up the easy victory in the second half. The Terrapins out gained Wisconsin by a total of 326-296, went 4-14 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a margin of 1-0 in the game. Malik Washington went 18-34 for 265 yards and two touchdowns, while DeJuan Williams carried the ball 15 times for 62 yards. Octavian Smith Jr led the receivers with six catches for 113 yards in the game. The MD defense recorded six sacks and 10 tackles for loss in the victory.
In their first three games, Maryland defeated FAU, NIU, and Towson to start the year undefeated. The Terrapins are averaging 32.5 points per game with 265.8 passing yards and 102.8 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 10.8 points against per game this season. Malik Washington has completed 59.7% of his passes for 1,038 yards, eight touchdowns, and one interception, while Shaleak Knotts has 14 catches for 276 yards and five scores. DeJuan Williams has led the ground game with 183 yards and one touchdown on 47 carries this year.
Washington Huskies Betting Preview
The Washington Huskies are 3-1 (0-1) this season after they lost to Ohio State by a score of 24-6 in their last game. Washington led 3-0 in the second quarter, but they only managed three more points in the disappointing loss. The Huskies were out gained by a total of 357-234, went 1-11 on third downs, and won the turnover battle by a total of 1-0 in the game. Demond Williams Jr went 18-22 for 173 yards, while Jonah Coleman rushed 13 times for 70 yards. Dezmen Roebuck caught four passes for 58 yards to lead the Washington receivers. The Huskies defense recorded one sack and one tackle for loss in the game.
In their first three games, Washington defeated Colorado State, UC San Diego, and Washington State. The Huskies are averaging 43.3 points per game with 250.3 passing yards and 210.3 rushing yards per game, while they are allowing 19.8 points against per game this season. Demond Williams Jr has completed 75.6% of his passes for 951 yards and six touchdowns, while Denzel Boston has 19 receptions for 275 yards and three scores. Jonah Coleman is the leading rusher for Washington with 417 yards and nine touchdowns on 64 carries this season.
Why Washington will beat Maryland
- Maryland has lost seven of its last eight home games against conference opponents.
- Washington has won each of its last seven games as a road favorite.
- Maryland has failed to cover the spread in eight of its last nine games in October.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of Maryland’s last three games.
- Maryland has lost the first half in each of its last seven home games against conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Washington’s last six games as a favorite have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Maryland’s last six October games as a home underdog have gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Maryland ranks T2nd among FBS teams for Q2 opponent points per game this season (0.8).
- Maryland ranks T2nd among FBS teams for interceptions this season (8).
- Washington ranks 1st among FBS teams for average point differential in fourth quarters this season (+10.5).
- Washington ranks 3rd among FBS teams for Q4 points per game this season (13.0).
Maryland vs Washington Prediction
Washington had a great chance for a statement win last week and their defense played pretty well, but the offense was awful. The Huskies will look for a bounce back performance in this game, but it will not be easy with the long roadtrip. Maryland is undefeated to start the year and they beat up on Wisconsin in their first Big Ten game, but they weren’t great against Northern Illinois and failed to cover against Towson. I think Washington’s offense will have a big day here, as the Maryland defense is nowhere near the level of Ohio State. I expect a slow start from Washington (due to travel) in the first half, but I like them to finally get going and pull away in the second half for the cover.
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