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Maryland vs UConn Prediction, Game Preview, and Betting Lines
By Pete Fiutak,
6 hours ago
Just how pesky will UConn be? The Huskies should be a bit better coming off a 3-9 season, and can it pound its way to a stunner of a win to screw up Maryland before the season gets going?
The Terps have to deal with the Big Ten opener against Michigan State next week, but UConn might be more than just an easy tune-up.
Dec 30, 2023; Nashville, TN, USA; The Maryland Terrapins band chants before the game against the Auburn Tigers at Nissan Stadium.
Maryland vs UConn How to Watch Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024 Game Time: 12:00 pm ET Venue: SECU Stadium, College Park, MD How to Watch: FS1 2023 Records: Maryland (8-5), UConn (3-9) - Week 1 Schedule, Predictions
Why UConn Will Win
Does UConn have a passing game? This will be a much different looking attack that last year’s version that couldn’t do a thing down the field.
Former Oklahoma star QB recruit Nick Evers went to Wisconsin, and then ended up with the Huskies.
He’s an upgrade in talent for the position, the team has good receivers from the transfer portal, and it’s all going to help Cam Edwards and a solid ground attack.
Evans doesn’t have to wing the ball all around the yard, but if he can be just okay on third downs, that might be enough to control the clock and the tempo.
Why Maryland Will Win
UConn’s defense should still be lacking when it comes to getting into the backfield.
There’s a whole new group of linebackers, the secondary has to find corners, and the Maryland offense should be able to pounce.
The Terp receiving corps is loaded with deep threats, Billy Edwards Jr. is a big bomber who should have few problems connecting on a few big shots, and the defense should be able to take care of the rest because …
Maryland vs UConn: Who Will Win
Maryland’s defense should rise up and rock.
The offense will come up with a few good drives when it has to, but the other side will hold up well on the front - the linebacking corps is loaded with veterans.
Throw in an experienced secondary that knows how to make big plays, and it should be a solid opener - Maryland has won 13 of its last 14 lid-lifters.
Maryland vs UConn Prediction, Betting Lines
Maryland 38, UConn 13 Line: Maryland -20.5, o/u: 44.5 ATS Confidence out of 5: 3 Maryland vs UConn Must See Rating: 2
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