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Rutgers Scarlet Knights Set to Face Off Against Nebraska Cornhuskers in Highly Anticipated Big Ten Matchup

This Saturday, the undefeated Rutgers Scarlet Knights (4-0, 1-0 B1G) will face off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers (4-1, 1-1 B1G) in a highly anticipated Big Ten matchup. Nebraska has historically dominated the series with a 6-0-0 record against Rutgers, including a close 14-13 victory in their last meeting in 2022. The game will be held at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, NE, with kickoff at 4:00 ET. Currently, Nebraska is the betting favorite with a -7 opening line that has not changed.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Scarlet Knights +223 | Cornhuskers -273
• Spread: Scarlet Knights +7 (-110) | Cornhuskers -7 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 40.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nebraska will win straight-up is 73%.

Rutgers vs Nebraska Stats

Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Rutgers football team, under the leadership of head coach Greg Schiano, is off to a strong start this season with a perfect 4-0 record, including notable wins against Akron and Virginia Tech. With a relatively light schedule ahead, the Scarlet Knights are seen as a serious threat in the Big Ten Conference. Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has been a standout performer, with top receiver Dymere Miller and running back Kyle Monangai also making significant contributions on offense. Defensively, coordinator Joe Harasymiak has helped the team allow only 19.3 points per game against FBS opponents. With a solid power ranking of 82, Rutgers is currently ranked 38th in offense and 32nd in defense, making them a team to watch in the upcoming games.

Nebraska Cornhuskers Analysis

In his second season at Nebraska, Coach Matt Rhule is looking to revitalize the football program and bring them back to national prominence. Despite a 4-1 start to the season, including wins over Colorado and Purdue, the team suffered a setback with a loss to #24 Illinois. The Huskers are led by standout freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola, who has put up impressive numbers early in the season. The team's defense has been a force to be reckoned with, ranking 12th in the country in defensive scoring and 6th in sacks per game. With three more ranked opponents on the schedule, Nebraska's odds to win the Big Ten Championship are at +13000. They currently hold a power ranking of 35, with a strong defense ranked 19th in the nation. In their upcoming matchup against Rutgers, the Cornhuskers will look to continue their success on both sides of the ball.

Nebraska Faces Similar Challenge Against Rutgers: Favorable Betting Opportunity Detected

This upcoming game presents a similar scenario for Nebraska as their previous match against Illinois. Based on the offering of a full possession's worth of points with an experienced quarterback on the opposing team, I see a favorable betting opportunity. Having supported Illinois +8.5 in their previous game in Lincoln, I am inclined to back the undefeated Rutgers team plus the points in this instance. Both teams boast strong defensive capabilities, conceding fewer than 20.0 points per game. However, the pivotal factor for me is the discrepancy in quarterback experience between the two teams. Nebraska's Dylan Raiola, though promising, is a freshman facing a formidable defense, while Rutgers has a senior quarterback in Athan Kaliakmanis. With Rutgers' strong presence in the trenches and preference for a run-heavy strategy likely to reduce overall possessions, I am opting to support Rutgers +7.0 in this anticipated Big Ten showdown.

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