- Matchup: Maryland Terrapins vs Ohio State Buckeyes
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Venue: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
- Broadcast: BTN
- Betting Odds: Buckeyes favored by 34.5 points
- Total Points Over-Under: 56
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The Ohio State Buckeyes (4-1) are set to face off against the Maryland Terrapins (2-3) at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, October 10, 2026. The Buckeyes are significant 34.5-point favorites, with a total points expectation of 56.
This season, the Maryland Terrapins arrive with a 2-3 record. In their previous game, they suffered a defeat to the Nebraska Cornhuskers, concluding the match at 48-23. The Terrapins managed to rush 25 times, accumulating 141 yards, averaging 5.6 yards per carry. Throughout the game, they executed 69 plays to gain 395 total yards. Defensively, Maryland allowed 26 completions on 39 attempts, giving up 238 yards at a completion rate of 66.7%. On the ground, the Terrapins conceded 209 yards on 36 attempts, averaging 5.8 yards per rush.
Overall, the Terrapins have achieved 2,120 total yards this season. They’ve secured 8 touchdowns through passing and 11 via rushing, but they have also recorded 7 turnovers. With 113 first downs established and suffering 37 penalties for 346 yards, their rushing average stands at 146.8 yards per game, placing them 89th nationally. The Maryland Terrapins currently average 30.4 points per game.
Defensively, they rank 116th in college football for points allowed, conceding 30.2 points per game. On average, they allow 3.9 yards per carry and 136.6 rushing yards per game, totaling 683 rushing yards over 5 games. Through the air, they have surrendered 992 passing yards, ranking them 70th in college football, with an average of 198.4 yards given up per game and a completion percentage of 64.8%. Their total yardage allowed stands at 335.0 yards/game, placing them 56th nationally, having relinquished 9 touchdowns both in passing and rushing.
The Buckeyes, with a current record of 4-1, come off a strong victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes, winning 31-14. Ohio State allowed only 39 yards from 21 rushing attempts (1.9 yards per carry). Their secondary yielded a completion rate of 53.1%, allowing 199 yards on 17 of 32 attempts. Overall, Ohio State produced 484 total yards from 74 plays (6.5 yards per play) while averaging 3.4 yards per rush with 160 yards from 47 attempts.
Discussing offensive capabilities, the Buckeyes rank 14th in the nation with an average of 42.2 points per game. They accumulate an impressive 514.4 yards per game, placing them 7th in college football. With 32 penalties totaling 249 yards, they sit at 63rd in Division 1 for committed infractions. Ohio State has thrown 4 interceptions but has not lost any fumbles; they have also accumulated 128 first downs. Thus far, they have garnered 1,785 passing yards, averaging 357.0 yards through the air, which ranks them 2nd in Division 1. Their ground game is solid, averaging 157.4 yards with a total of 787 rushing yards.
Defensively, they have allowed 495 rushing yards (99.0 yards per game) resulting in 4 rushing touchdowns this season. Additionally, they have relinquished 2 passing touchdowns and an average of 168.0 yards per game, ranking them 24th in Division 1. Overall, they have permitted 63 points total. The Buckeyes’ defense has managed 4 fumble recoveries and 4 interceptions over the season, having been on the field for 317 plays, ranking 81st in Division 1. They only allow an average of 12.6 points per game, placing them 9th in Division 1.
Which team will triumph in this college football clash between the Terrapins and Buckeyes against the spread?
Expert Prediction: Choose the Buckeyes -34.5
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