- Matchup: UCLA Bruins vs Maryland Terrapins
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Venue: SECU Stadium, College Park, MD
- Broadcast: BTN
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Terrapins (+1.5)
- Total Points Over/Under: 57.5
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The Maryland Terrapins (2-1) are set to face off against the UCLA Bruins (3-0) at SECU Stadium on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Maryland begins this contest as underdogs by 1.5 points, with an over/under of 57.5 points.
The UCLA Bruins enter this matchup with an undefeated record of 3-0 this season. In their most recent game, the Bruins triumphed over the Purdue Boilermakers, securing a victory with a score of 52-38. In terms of run defense, the Bruins allowed just 63 yards on 28 attempts, averaging 2.3 yards per carry. Through the air, UCLA gave up 20 completions from 31 attempts for a total of 425 yards, achieving a completion rate of 64.5%. They ran a total of 80 plays, amassing 645 yards, and demonstrated impressive ground performance with 48 carries for 369 yards, averaging 7.7 yards per carry.
This season, the Bruins have accumulated a total of 1,471 yards. They have successfully scored 3 touchdowns through the air and 14 on the ground, with only 2 turnovers recorded. Their offense has produced 74 first downs while incurring 32 penalties for a total of 283 yards. On average, the Bruins are generating 286.7 rushing yards per game, placing them 5th in the nation. When it comes to scoring, UCLA averages 41.7 points per game.
Defensively, the Bruins have allowed 761 passing yards, ranking them 119th in the country, giving up an average of 253.7 yards per game with a completion percentage of 54.1%. Overall, they have permitted 362.3 yards per game, sitting at 91st nationally. Their defense has conceded 6 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns, allowing 3.1 yards per carry and 108.7 rushing yards per game. Across 3 games, they have surrendered a total of 326 rushing yards, ranking 83rd in team defense with an average of 24.0 points allowed per game.
The Terrapins enter this match with a record of 2-1 this season. Their last outing ended in a defeat to the Virginia Tech Hokies, finishing 35-26. Maryland’s rushing game averaged only 3.0 yards per attempt, totaling 64 yards on 21 carries. They managed to rack up 423 total yards from 64 plays (6.6 yards per play). The Terrapins’ secondary struggled, allowing a completion percentage of 79.5% and 314 yards from 31 completions on 39 attempts. On defense, they allowed 36 carries for 131 rushing yards, averaging 3.6 yards per carry.
In terms of offensive performance, the Terrapins rank 23rd in college football, averaging 42.0 points per game. They lead with an impressive average of 514.7 total yards per game, landing them at 13th nationally. Maryland’s offense has also accumulated 171 yards in penalties over 19 infractions, ranking 75th in the league. Remarkably, they have not thrown any interceptions or lost any fumbles, while earning 81 first downs. This season, the Terrapins have thrown for a total of 990 yards, averaging 330.0 passing yards per game (10th in NCAA), alongside 554 rushing yards at an average of 184.7 yards per game.
On defense, the Terrapins have allowed just 208 rushing yards (69.3 yards per game) and 2 rushing touchdowns throughout the season. Through the air, they have conceded 5 passing touchdowns and allowed an average of 181.7 passing yards per game, putting them in 49th position in college football. Overall, they have allowed 49 points this season, with a defense that has recorded 1 fumble recovery and 3 interceptions. Maryland’s defense has been involved in 177 plays, ranking 35th nationally. They allow an average of 16.3 points per game, placing them 35th in Division 1.
Who will prevail in today’s Bruins vs. Terrapins matchup against the spread?
Expert’s Selection: Bet on the Bruins -1.5
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