Maryland looking to Shock No. 4 Ohio State in Columbus Saturday at 12pm ET
5. Maryland will be looking to upset No. 4 Ohio State on Saturday at 12pm ET in Columbus. The Terps have won seven consecutive games since last season, while Ohio State only
Game outlook
5. Maryland will be looking to upset No. 4 Ohio State on Saturday at 12pm ET in Columbus. The Terps have won seven consecutive games since last season, while Ohio State only edged Notre Dame 17-14 two weeks ago. Last year, the Buckeyes beat Maryland in College Park 43-30 but failed to cover the 25-point spread. Ohio State is the betting favorite with the line opening at -18.5 and now at -20.5.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 10/7/2023 @ 12:00pm EST
Where: Ohio Stadium Stadium Terrapins vs Buckeyes Betting Odds Moneyline: Terrapins +790 | Buckeyes -1,300
Spread: Terrapins +20 (-110) | Buckeyes -20 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 58 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Ohio St. will win straight-up is 93%.
Maryland Terrapins
The Maryland Terrapins head into the 2021 season under Mike Locksley attempting to move up the ranks of elite Big 10 programs like Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan State. Although they have been close against top teams in the past, they still have yet to get over the hump. Last season, they were shut out at Penn State, close against Michigan on the road, and close to Ohio State at home. In 2021 they have been dominated by leagues powerhouses – Michigan, Michigan State, Penn State, and Ohio State. To conclude the season, the Terrapins won and covered their last three games over Virginia, Michigan State on the road, and Indiana at home. With a power ranking of 28, Maryland has an offense that ranks 27 scoring an average of 37.25 points per game, defense ranked 11 allowing an average of 12.25 points scored against them per game, and an overall 5-0 record (3-2 ATS). Led by qaurterback Taulia Tagovailoa, Maryland is averaging 65.7% pass completion, 1,464 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and just 3 interceptions. The running game is led by Roman Hemby with 309 yards and 4.8 yards per carry. Defensively, the Terrapins have held opponents to 328.2 yards per game and 211.8 passing yards. The Maryland Terrapins' goal is to move up the ranks of Big 10 programs Power ranking of 28, offense ranked 27, defense ranked 11, and 5-0 overall record (3-2 ATS) Quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa averages 65.7% pass completion, 1,464 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and 3 interceptions Running game led by Roman Hemby with 309 yards and 4.8 yards per carry Defense has held opponents to 328.2 yards per game and 211.8 passing yards