Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins Picks and Prediction for Saturday, October 11, 2025
Use Code SSWC We have an exciting Big Ten Conference matchup in Week 7 of the college football season as the Nebraska Cornhuskers will be heading to SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland, on Saturday afternoon to face off against the Maryland Terrapins in our Cornhuskers vs Terrapins prediction. The game is going to be shown on the Big Ten Network, so this game is going to be nationally televised for teams looking to be threats in the Big Ten Conference standings. The Cornhuskers (4-1, 1-1 Big Ten) are coming off a 38-27 home win over the Michigan State Spartans on Saturday. The Terrapins (4-1, 1-1) are coming off Saturday’s 24-20 home loss to the Washington Huskies. Rivalries, tempo, trenches — NCAAF picks for Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins.
Cornhuskers Looking Strong This Season
The Nebraska Cornhuskers have gotten off to an excellent start to the season as they are holding a 4-1 (1-1 Big Ten) record heading into this game and would be getting consideration for the AP Poll had they defeated Michigan on Sept. 20 (lost 30-27). The Cornhuskers’ offense has been nothing short of incredible as they are averaging 47.2 points per game, ranking sixth in college football. Quarterback Dylan Raiola has been throwing at a great level as he has completed 118-of-159 (74.2%) of his passes for 1,331 yards with 12 passing touchdowns to a pair of interceptions. Running back Emmett Johnson has been keeping the opposing defense on their toes as he has 84 rushes for 474 yards (5.6 yards per carry) with seven rushing touchdowns, as well as being involved in the passing game, as he recorded 22 receptions on 110 yards (5.0 yards per catch) and a receiving touchdown.
The defense for Nebraska has been dominating up to this point as they are tied for 23rd in FBS, as they are giving up 16.2 points per game. The Cornhuskers have been able to be a force on the defensive side of the field as they have posted 10 sacks, 13 pass deflections, three interceptions, four forced fumbles, and six fumble recoveries. They lead FBS in pass defense, allowing 91.8 yards per game, but have allowed nine rushing scores.
Injury Report for Nebraska
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- Cornerback Malcolm Herzog Jr: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Julian Marks: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Kicker Tristan Alvano: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Tyson Terry: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back Jamarion Parker: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Wide receiver Demetrius Bell: Knee (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Conor Connealy: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Offensive guard Gibson Pyle: Knee (OUT)
- Defensive lineman Malcolm Simpson: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Running back Trent Uhlir: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Wide receiver Janiran Bonner: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Cornerback Blye Hill: Knee (OUT)
- Linebacker Gage Stenger: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Tight end Mac Markway: Knee (OUT)
- Offensive guard Nolan Fennessy: Undisclosed (OUT)
Terrapins Looking to Continue Climbing Big Ten Standings
The Maryland Terrapins have been playing well, but are coming off their first loss of the season after losing at home to the Washington Huskies 24-20 last time out. They blew a 20-point lead in the third quarter in that game. They are tied for 66th in the country with 30.0 points per game scored. Freshman quarterback Malik Washington has performed at a great level up to this point as he has completed 110-of-183 (60.1%) of his passes for 1,257 yards with nine passing touchdowns and two interceptions as well as 11 carries for 22 yards (2.0 yards per attempt) with three rushing touchdowns heading into this major game.
The defense for the Terrapins has been playing at an elite level as they are giving up only 13.4 points per game, which is tied for 11th in college football. Their defense has been forcing mistakes and takeaways as Maryland has recorded 19 sacks, 13 pass deflections, nine interceptions (two returned for touchdowns), one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. Maryland struggles to run the football, averaging just 93.2 yards per game to rank 130th, but they do a good job of stopping the run (96.8ypg). However, their pass defense is pretty ordinary (221.6ypg) and had its issues against Washington.
Injury Report for Maryland
- Running back Josiah McLaurin: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman Nahsir Taylor: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Quarterback Justyn Martin: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Jaylen Gilchrist: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Defensive lineman DD Holmes: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Wide receiver Zymear Smith: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Running back Solomon Foye: Undisclosed (Questionable)
- Offensive guard Michael McMonigle: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Running back Bud Coombs: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Linebacker Keyari James: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Defensive lineman Bryce Jenkins: Undisclosed (OUT)
- Cornerback Judah Jenkins: Undisclosed (OUT)
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins Pick
Spread Pick for Nebraska vs. Maryland
- Nebraska Cornhuskers -6.5 (4 units)
The offense for the Cornhuskers has just been the more reliable offense throughout the season thus far, and should have the advantage as the best side of the football in this game. Dylan Raiola has thrown for multiple touchdown passes in four of his first five games of the season and should be able to continue doing so here. The ability to convert on third downs shows a significant difference between these teams as Nebraska is 30-63 (47.62%) on converting third downs, while Maryland is 27-74 (36.49%) on those attempts. Maryland is struggling to run the ball, averaging 3.3 yards per carry and a long of 17 yards, so that will allow the Cornhuskers to play more focused on stopping the pass, so go with the Nebraska Cornhuskers to cover the spread.
Over/Under Pick for Nebraska vs. Maryland
- Under 48.5 (5 units)
The weather at SECU Stadium is expected to be rainy, which can affect the passing game and make the offenses struggle a bit more than usual. These defenses, as we have pointed out earlier, have shown the ability to control the game and step up. After a rough showing on that side of the ball last week, this is a chance for the defense to completely take a step back in the direction they were heading before Week 6. All in all, go with the under 48.5 total points as the better bet as Raiola and Washington are going to struggle to find the end zone consistently in the passing game.
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