Massachusetts Minutemen (0-1) vs. Toledo Rockets (1-0)
September 7, 2024 3:30 pm EDT
The Line: Toledo Rockets -20 / Massachusetts Minutemen +20; Over/Under: +51.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Toledo vs Massachusetts prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, September 7th at the Glass Bowl in Toledo, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this Week 2 matchup.
Toledo Rockets Betting Preview
The Toledo Rockets are 1-0 this year after they defeated Duquesne by a score of 49-10 in their first game. Toledo had their lead cut to 21-10 in the second quarter, but they scored the final 28 points in the game for an easy win. The Rockets outgained Duquesne by a total of 446-284 and forced three turnovers in the game. Toledo went 6-12 on third down and 3-3 on fourth down in the win. Tucker Gleason threw for 202 yards and three touchdowns, while Willie Shaw III rushed for 50 yards and one score on seven carries.
Toledo started the season with a strong offensive showing in their first game, while the defense was able to create three turnovers as well. The Rockets played a very easy opponent, but they took care of business and rolled to an easy victory. Toledo will play against Mississippi State following this game.
Massachusetts Minutemen Betting Preview
The Massachusetts Minutemen are 0-1 this season after they lost to Eastern Michigan by a score of 28-14 in their first game. Massachusetts failed to score in the first half and they were down 14-0 at halftime. The Minutemen scored early in the third to cut the deficit to 14-7, but EMU came back with the next 14 points to put the game away. Massachusetts was outgained by a total of 375-329 and went 10-17 on third downs, while also going 1-3 on fourth down in the loss. Taisun Phommachanh threw for 177 yards, while also rushing for 57 yards in the game.
Massachusetts played decently well on the defensive side of the ball against EMU, but they struggled to get much going on offense. I expected the Minutemen to generate some offense against a bad Eastern Michigan defense, so their struggles are definitely a concern.
Toledo vs Massachusetts Prediction
Toledo comes into this matchup as a big favorite to win and they will look for their second straight easy win to start the season. The Rockets dominated Duquesne in their season opener, while Massachusetts dropped a home game to Eastern Michigan. The Minutemen are going to struggle on the offensive side of the ball, while I expect the Toledo offense to have another very solid performance. Take the Rockets to win big at home.
