Rutgers Scarlet Knights: Recent Form
Rutgers, with a 6-4 overall record, has been somewhat inconsistent this season. Their recent games have seen mixed results:
- Lost against Iowa (0-22) – Offensive struggles were apparent.
- Defeat against Ohio State (16-35) – Managed to put up a decent offensive showing.
- Victory over Indiana (31-14) – Showed strong offensive capabilities.
- Narrow win against Michigan State (27-24) – A competitive game reflecting their resilience.
- Lost to Wisconsin (13-24) – Struggled against a tough defense.
Penn State Nittany Lions: Season Highlights
Penn State’s 8-2 record reflects their strength this season, with notable performances:
- Recent loss to Michigan (15-24) – A close game against a tough opponent.
- Impressive win against Maryland (51-15) – Dominant offensive display.
- Handled Indiana comfortably (33-24) – Consistent performance on both sides of the ball.
- Narrow loss to Ohio State (12-20) – A hard-fought game showing their competitive edge.
- Dominant win over UMass (63-0) – Displayed overwhelming offensive power.
Top Five Reasons to Bet on the Under
- Defensive Strength of Penn State: Averaging only 13.10 points allowed per game, their defense is likely to limit Rutgers’ scoring opportunities.
- Rutgers’ Offensive Struggles: Rutgers has had difficulty in scoring against stronger defenses, as seen in their recent games.
- Historical Under Trend: In the last nine head-to-head matchups, the total has gone under eight times.
- Low Yards Per Play Differential: Rutgers’ offense has a lower yards per pass and rush differential, which might limit their big-play ability.
- Penn State’s Controlled Offense: Despite their high scoring, Penn State’s efficient offense often controls the clock, which can limit the total number of scoring drives.