Rutgers vs. Maryland prediction: Why Maryland is favored to win in college football Week 7 [2026]

Using trusted machine learning and data, we have re-simulated the outcome of Rutgers vs. Maryland, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives Maryland a 65.0% chance of beating Rutgers. Our predicted final score has Maryland winning 30-25. According to our model, Rutgers (+5.5) has a 51.4% chance of covering the spread, while the 55.5-point over/under has a 51.3% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Rutgers +5.5 (-109) / Maryland -5.5 (-109)
• Moneyline: Rutgers +181, Maryland -210
• Total: Over/Under 55.5 (-110/-107)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Rutgers +5.5 @ -109 via bet365
• Moneyline: Rutgers @ +181 via Caesars
• Total: Over 55.5 @ -110 via BetRivers

According to our best college football bets, the top play to make on this game is Rutgers to win.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football action between Maryland and Rutgers at SECU Stadium is scheduled to start at 12:30 PM ET.

• Who: Rutgers vs. Maryland
• Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
• Time: 12:30 PM ET/9:30AM PT
• Venue: SECU Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Maryland, with a 65.0% win probability, will likely beat Rutgers in Saturday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.