The Northern Illinois Huskies will take on the Maryland Terrapins in Week 2 of the 2025 regular season. This game will be held at SECU Stadium in College Park, MD, on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on BTN as both teams aim to continue their winning start to the season.

Northern Illinois vs. Maryland Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Maryland Terrapins -1027. Maryland is playing at home and has a strong start to the season. They have a solid record in home games, making them a safe choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 47.0. Both teams have shown strong defense early in the season. This could lead to a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• Maryland Terrapins have a 1-0 home record this season.
• Northern Illinois Huskies have not played any road games this season.
• Maryland ranks 22nd in points scored with 39 points in the 2025 season.
• Northern Illinois ranks 13th in points allowed, giving up 17 points in the 2025 season.
• This game will be played at SECU Stadium in College Park, MD, and will air on BTN.

Northern Illinois vs Maryland Preview

The Northern Illinois Huskies and Maryland Terrapins are both entering Week 2 with a 1-0 record. The Huskies, from the Mid-American Conference, are looking to secure their first road win of the season. They recently won the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl against Fresno State, finishing that game with a score of 28-20.

Meanwhile, the Maryland Terrapins, representing the Big Ten, are aiming to maintain their winning streak at home. They hold a 1-0 home record and stand 16th in their conference rankings. Both teams are unranked in the AP and Coaches polls, but they are eager to make an impact early in the season. Fans can watch the game at SECU Stadium or catch it on BTN.

Maryland Terrapins: Key Players on the Field

The Maryland Terrapins have started strong this season with a 1-0 record. Malik Washington, the team’s top quarterback, has passed for 258 yards and 3 touchdowns in their first game. Other key players include DeJuan Williams and Shaleak Knotts, who have contributed with rushing and receiving yards respectively.

Terrapins’ Performance at Home and in Conference

Maryland plays in the Big Ten Conference and calls SECU Stadium their home. This season, they have a perfect record of 1-0 at home. The team is yet to play a conference game, but their home performance sets a positive tone.

Team Stats and Betting Trends

The Terrapins’ offense ranks 22nd in points for with 39 points in their first game. Their defense also performed well, allowing only 7 points, ranking 4th. Maryland is 1-0 straight up and against the spread in the 2025 season, but the over/under record is 0-1.

Northern Illinois Huskies: Player Spotlight and Team Insights

The Northern Illinois Huskies are part of the Mid-American Conference. Their home field is Brigham Field at Huskie Stadium. This season, the Huskies have a 1-0 record, winning their only home game so far.

Josh Holst is the leading quarterback for the Huskies. In one game, he passed for 101 yards and scored 1 fantasy point. Chavon Wright, a top running back, rushed for 77 yards and scored a touchdown.

The Huskies’ offense scored 19 points in their first game, ranking 36th. On defense, they allowed 17 points, ranking them 13th. The team has a perfect record against the spread this season, but the over/under record is 0-1.

Final Betting Pick

Maryland is a strong pick for the money line at -1027. They have a solid start to the season and are playing at home. Their home record is perfect so far, which adds confidence to this pick.

The under 47.0 is a smart choice because both teams have shown good defense. Maryland’s defense ranks 4th in points against, allowing only 7 points. Northern Illinois has also been strong defensively, ranking 13th in points against with 17 points allowed. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

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