UCONN Huskies vs. Maryland Terrapins 8/31/24 – The college football season starts with an interesting clash between the UCONN Huskies and The Maryland Terrapins, both going into the game with a clean slate of 0-0. As both teams look to get their campaigns off on the right footing, fans as well as people who place bets are targeting NCAAF daily winning picks. This game which is going to be hosted by SECU stadium in Maryland looks set for an exciting Saturday afternoon showcase live on ESPN.
UCONN Huskies vs. Maryland Terrapins 8/31/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 12:00 PM ET |
| Where: | SECU Stadium, Maryland |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
UCONN Huskies (0-0) vs. Maryland Terrapins (0-0)
For UCONN, the push to change their football program around is still ongoing with much reliance being on Cam Edwards, their running back as a source of inspiration in the offense. Consequently, his success In terms of 618 yards gained from 123 rushing attempts at a commendable 5 yards per attempt will be crucial against the strong Maryland defense. On one hand, Edwards has potential through a long run of thirty-nine yards and four touchdowns. But there must be consistency alongside this explosiveness as follows; this could be just another compounding factor after all. Virginia Tech vs Vanderbilt is expected to be another exciting game.
Maryland’s offensive backfield and wideouts are stacked deep with talent in them that can go for days. The top performer among running backs is McDonald who tallied 53 carries for 306 yards at an impressive rate of 5.8 per carry. However, Prather was second on the receiving chart with an average gain of 15.9 yards in total which he accumulated from acquiring six hundred sixty-six (666) receiving yards- hence becoming a vertical threat for Maryland team manager Mike Locksley during this weekend’s game against Connecticut
Joseph Fagnano QB vs. Cameron Edge QB
UCONN quarterback Joseph Fagnano will be under intense scrutiny entering the season. Last year, he completed 18 of 35 passes for 173 yards and an 87.2 passer rating. He threw only one touchdown while struggling with throws that were intercepted. However, his football IQ and pocket presence are what could make him a good QB. His longest pass was just 28 yards thus he must do better to move Maryland’s defense out of position.
Another positive trait is seen in Maryland’s Cameron Edge who has appeared in fewer games compared to most quarterbacks on this list. With a very high passer rating of 174.4, he is so far among the best-rated quarterbacks this year (6/9 for 100 yards). Remarkably enough, despite throwing one pick-off too, he showed promise when throwing a long pass- an approximately 57-yard long pass by another freshman quarterback has shown some hope as well. Depending on how much pressure UCONN put on their defense; it may come down to his ability to withstand it or not. Another tough battle will take place between Clemson vs Georgia.
NCAAF Odds/Point Spread: Maryland Terrapins -20.5, Total Odds: 45
Based on the odds, -20.5-point favorites Maryland are heavily favored to win comfortably. Betters might think that both teams will have a fair share of scores given the 45-point line. Maryland’s potential to cover the spread is something betting fans should take into account while UCONN’s endeavor to hinder such forecasts should also be acknowledged by betters.
UCONN Huskies Betting Trends
Their three and eleven matches in the past fourteen games are clear indications that the Huskies have always been strugglers. Moreover, they have had a tough time when playing away from home with 3-16 SU in their last 19 road contests. They are yet to win against Big Ten teams in six attempts. What is interesting is that five of the previous six matches played during week one ended with under-total hints of possible defensive duels.
Maryland Terrapins Betting Trends
On the other hand, Maryland presents a better perspective. They have gone 4-1 ATS in their last five outings, showing that they can be counted upon to keep it close. At home, totals have gone over in five of their last six games, illustrating their strong offensive capabilities in familiar settings. Furthermore, the team’s performance in August (4-1 SU) explains why they always start each season on a high note.
UCONN Huskies vs. Maryland Terrapins 08/31/24 Betting Picks
When comparing the progressions and tendencies of both teams, Maryland has an advantage. The UCONN weaknesses are well-matched to those of Maryland which have shown much success in home openers. Current trends for Maryland also indicate that they can win more games than UCONN if maintained by the team. These are some of the top premium picks with the latest betting trends.