The Maryland Terrapins (2-1, 2-1 Big Ten) visit the Indiana Hoosiers (4-1, 4-1) Saturday for a noon ET kickoff. Below, we give you five college football prop bet predictions for Maryland-Indiana from the BetMGM game menu.
Also see: Maryland at Indiana odds, picks and prediction
Maryland at Indiana prop bet predictions
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Friday at 11:45 a.m. ET.
Indiana -6.5 1st half spread (-125)
The Hoosiers are coming off their first loss, so it will be interesting to see how they respond to their first real adversity of the season.
Indiana fell behind 7-0 after the first quarter last week, and 28-7 at half. It was the first time this season it has been behind at the break. Prior to the Ohio State game, the Hoosiers were outscoring the opposition 85-21 in the first 30 minutes. Look for the Hoosiers to get back on track and take a big lead to the break at “The Rock” Saturday.
Under 30.5 1st half total (+105)
Last week the Hoosiers combined with the Buckeyes for 35 total points at the break, most of them belonging to the Scarlet and Gray. Through its first two home games, Indiana has scored 41 points in the first half to 14 allowed. The most underrated part of this surprising Hoosiers team might be their defense. Look for IU to throw a blanket on the Terps in the first 30 minutes.
Special Big Ten Betting Promotion!
Bet $1 on ANY Big Ten team’s money line, WIN $100 (in free bets) if ANY BIG TEN team scores a touchdown this week! Place your legal, online sports bets in CO, IN, NJ, TN and WV at BetMGM, The King of Sportsbooks.
New customer offer, terms and conditions apply. Bet now at BetMGM!
Indiana Over 37.5 points (-118)
Indiana has registered 34.0 points per game this season, as QB Michael Penix Jr. and the Hoosiers pass attack has been on fire. They are rolling up 312.2 passing yards per game to rank 18th in the nation. It’s all pass all the time and that equals points in a hurry.
On the flip side, Maryland allows 35.3 PPG to rank 99th in the nation and gives up 247.0 passing yards per contest. Look for Indiana to get into the 40’s.
Alternate line: Indiana -15 (+135)
The Hoosiers are a nice play on the alternate line against the struggling Terrapins. As such, Indiana would make for a good addition to a three-team, 4-point teaser.
Yes, Maryland posted 35 on the road against Penn State, but that’s not exactly a huge accomplishment these days in the worst season in Nittany Lions history. Plus, the Terps haven’t played in three weeks due to COVID-19 issues, so a little rust wouldn’t be surprising, either. Look for Indiana to roll.
Alternate total: Over 67.5 (+120)
The alternate line is a good play here, 3 points higher than the current total. Indiana has hit the Over in five straight games on a field turf surface while hitting the Over in each of the past six at home against teams with a winning road mark.
In addition, the Over is 20-8 in the past 28 conference battles. The Over is 5-0 in the past five meetings in this series, too. All signs point to a track meet.
Want action on these prop bets? Sign up and bet at BetMGM. If you’re looking for more sports betting picks and tips, visit SportsbookWire.com. Please gamble responsibly.
Follow @JoeWilliamsVI on Twitter. Follow SportsbookWire on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
Additional college sports coverage from USA TODAY Sports Media Group:
Alabama / Auburn / Florida / Georgia / LSU / Michigan / Michigan State / Notre Dame / Ohio State / Oklahoma / Tennessee / Texas / USC / Wisconsin
Gannett may earn revenue from audience referrals to betting services. Newsrooms are independent of this relationship and there is no influence on news coverage.
[lawrence-newsletter]
[lawrence-auto-related count=3 category=1622]