- Matchup: Maryland Terrapins vs Nebraska Cornhuskers
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, NE
- Broadcast: FS1
- Point Spread: Cornhuskers (-16.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 52
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On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Nebraska Cornhuskers (4-0) will take on the Maryland Terrapins (2-2) at Memorial Stadium. Nebraska is currently favored by 16 points, with an over/under set at 52.
The Maryland Terrapins enter this contest with a 2-2 record. Their latest outing was a challenging game against the UCLA Bruins, resulting in a significant defeat of 54-3. During this match, the Terrapins attempted 30 rushes, gaining just 39 yards, averaging a mere 1.3 yards per carry. Overall, they managed 181 yards across 69 plays. Defensively, Maryland allowed 15 completions out of 24 attempts, yielding 209 yards with a completion rate of 62.5%. On the ground, they faced difficulties, conceding 266 yards on 39 carries, averaging 6.8 yards per rush.
In terms of scoring, the Maryland Terrapins are averaging 32.3 points per game. Their rushing attack generates approximately 148.3 yards per game, placing them 91st nationwide. Overall, they’ve accumulated 1,725 total yards this season, with 7 passing and 10 rushing touchdowns. Maryland has recorded 94 first downs but has been penalized 25 times for a total of 231 yards, along with 5 turnovers.
Defensively, the Terrapins rank 93rd in the nation, allowing 25.8 points per game. They give up an average of 3.5 yards per carry and 118.5 rushing yards weekly, totaling 474 rushing yards allowed over four games. In the passing game, they have surrendered 754 yards, ranking 50th nationally, with 188.5 yards allowed per game and a completion rate of 64.0%. Overall, Maryland allows an average of 307.0 yards per game, ranking them 39th, and has given up 6 touchdowns both in the air and on the ground.
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The Cornhuskers approach this game with an unbeaten record of 4-0. In their last performance, they achieved a 31-13 victory against the Michigan State Spartans. Nebraska’s ground game averaged 3.8 yards per carry, totaling 157 yards on 41 attempts. They finished with 369 total yards from 68 plays, resulting in an average of 5.4 yards per play. Defensively, Nebraska’s pass coverage faced a completion percentage of 67.9%, allowing 218 yards on 19 completions out of 28 attempts while surrendering just 39 yards on 32 attempts, averaging 1.2 yards per carry.
On offense, the Cornhuskers rank 16th nationwide, averaging 42.5 points per game. They generate 482.8 yards per game, placing them 19th in college football. With 235 yards from penalties on 27 infractions, they rank 57th in terms of giving opponents additional opportunities. Their season tally includes 1 interception and no fumbles lost while achieving 100 first downs. So far, the Cornhuskers have amassed 985 passing yards, averaging 246.3 yards through the air, ranking them 57th nationally, alongside a formidable rushing average of 236.5 yards, totaling 946 yards this season.
Defensively, Nebraska has allowed 362 rushing yards (90.5 yards per game) and 2 touchdowns on the ground. They concede 3 passing touchdowns and average 143.0 yards allowed per game, currently ranking 7th in the nation. Over the season, Nebraska has given up just 48 points. They have recorded 2 fumble recoveries and intercepted 4 passes, with their defense participating in 228 plays, ranking 21st in Division 1. The Cornhuskers’ defensive prowess is highlighted by an impressive 12.0 points allowed per game, ranking them 10th nationally.
Which team will prevail in the matchup between the Terrapins and Cornhuskers?
Prediction: Back the Cornhuskers -16.0
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