- Matchup: Illinois Fighting Illini vs Maryland Terrapins
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: SECU Stadium, College Park, Maryland
- Broadcast: FS1
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Terrapins (+2.5)
- Total/Over-Under Line: 52.5
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This Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Maryland Terrapins (2-5) will face off against the Illinois Fighting Illini (4-3) at SECU Stadium. Currently, the Terrapins are underdogs by 2.5 points, with an over-under set at 52.5.
The Illinois Fighting Illini come into this game boasting a 4-3 record. In their recent outing, they secured a victory against the Oregon Ducks, triumphing 21-10. Over 58 plays, the Fighting Illini amassed 314 total yards, including 225 rushing yards on 39 attempts, averaging 5.8 yards per carry. Defensively, Illinois allowed 180 rushing yards on 32 carries, equating to 5.6 yards per run. They also faced a passing attack that completed 27 of 41 attempts for a total of 246 yards, achieving a completion percentage of 65.9%.
The Fighting Illini average 30.3 points per game and rank 62nd nationally with 161.4 rushing yards per contest. Throughout the season, they have accumulated 2,747 total yards, with a distribution of 16 touchdown passes and 8 rushing touchdowns. Illinois has recorded 152 first downs while committing 30 penalties, resulting in 264 yards penalized. Turnovers have also been a concern, with 5 total in the current season.
Maryland has allowed 1,041 rushing yards this season (148.7 yards per game) and 13 rushing touchdowns. They’ve also given up 16 passing touchdowns, ranking them 83rd nationally with 217.9 passing yards allowed per game. On the season, they’ve conceded a total of 233 points. Their defense has secured 4 fumbles and made 6 interceptions throughout the year. The Terrapins’ defense has participated in 458 plays, currently ranking 49th in Division 1 and conceding an average of 33.3 points per game, which positions them at 127th overall.
Who will emerge victorious in the college football matchup between the Fighting Illini and Terrapins against the spread?
Prediction: Back the Terrapins +2.5
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