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Iowa Looks to Finish Strong Against Maryland in BIG10 Matchup With Bowl Eligibility Clinched

The 6-4 Iowa Hawkeyes will face off against the 4-6 Maryland Terrapins in a BIG10 matchup as Iowa looks to finish their season strong after clinching bowl eligibility. Maryland, still seeking eligibility, will need to upset both Iowa and Penn State to reach their goal. The betting favorite is Iowa, opening at -6 and the current line is Iowa -6.5 for the early kickoff at SECU Stadium on Saturday, November 23. This prediction will help determine the potential outcome of the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Hawkeyes -240 | Terrapins +200
• Spread: Hawkeyes -6.5 (-110) | Terrapins +6.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 45.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa will win straight-up is 71%.

Iowa vs Maryland Stats

Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes are currently 6-4 on the season and will be coming off of a bye week as they head into their upcoming game. Despite falling to UCLA before their break, the team has been bowl-eligible for 22 of the last 23 years and is projected to play in a bowl game against either South Carolina or Texas A+M. Iowa is known for their rush-first offense, with a strong offensive line that has helped produce the Nation's 3rd-ranked rusher in Kaleb Johnson. The team has faced some challenges with injuries to key quarterbacks, but are expecting QB1 Cade McNamara to return for the next game. Iowa's offense averages 29.4 points per game and has a positive margin of 15.2, with a strong 3rd-down conversion rate and turnover ratio. Defensively, the team allows an average of 14.2 points per game and has a strong special teams unit. Overall, Iowa has a power ranking of 58 and is ranked 56 in offense and 15 in defense, with a record of 6-4 (5-5 ATS) for the season.

Maryland Terrapins Analysis

The Maryland Terrapins are currently 4-6 and facing the possibility of missing out on bowl eligibility unless they win their remaining games. Their upcoming match against Penn State will be a tough challenge. Quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. has been performing well in his first season as a starter, with receiver Tai Felton being a key player in the offense. The team has been struggling in their recent games, with lower scoring totals than earlier in the season. The defense has been strong against the rush but has struggled against the pass, giving up a high number of passing yards. The team's conversion rate on third downs and field goal success rate are areas of weakness that need improvement. Despite their current struggles, Iowa has had difficulties in recent matchups against Maryland.

Iowa Faces Tough Road Test Against Maryland's Strong Defense – Consider Taking the Points

Iowa faces a challenging matchup against Maryland, who has a strong defensive record and a pass-heavy offensive strategy. The Hawkeyes have struggled on the road, with a 1-3 record and limited success in covering spreads. Iowa's running attack will be put to the test against Maryland's stout run defense, while their passing offense has not been as productive. Although Iowa's defense is formidable against the run, Maryland's passing game gives them an edge in this comparison. The point spread for this game favors Maryland due to Iowa's road performance. Given these factors, it is advisable to consider taking the points with Maryland in this matchup.

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