Penn State Nittany Lions vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights NCAAF Betting Prediction
PublishedNovember 25, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:November 25, 2025 ,

NCAAF Penn State Nittany vs Rutgers Scarlet Prediction 11/29

The Penn State Nittany Lions will meet the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in Week 14 of the 2025 regular season. This game will take place on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 3:30 PM. The teams will play at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, NJ, and fans can watch the action on BTN. Both teams have a season record of 5-6, making this a key game for both. Penn State is favored with a moneyline of -505, while Rutgers stands at +379. The spread is set with Penn State at -12.5 and Rutgers at +12.5.

Penn State vs. Rutgers Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Penn State -505. Penn State has a strong record when favored, winning 90% of their last 30 games as favorites. They also have a good track record after a win, making them a solid choice.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 56.5. Both teams have shown trends of hitting the over in recent games, especially with Penn State going over in 78.6% of their last 14 games with totals over 50.

Team Trends

  • Penn State has a road record of 1-3 this season.
  • Rutgers has a home record of 4-2 this season.
  • Penn State’s defense ranks 14th in sacks with 25 this season.
  • Rutgers’ offense ranks 35th in passing yards with 2,855 this season.
  • Penn State won their last game against Nebraska, 37-10.

Penn State vs Rutgers Preview

The Penn State Nittany Lions will travel to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in an important game for both teams. With both teams holding a 5-6 record, this game could decide their postseason fate. Penn State has been strong at home with a 4-3 record but has struggled on the road, managing only a 1-3 record. They are currently on a two-game win streak, which might give them an edge.

Rutgers will play on their home turf at SHI Stadium, where they have a solid 4-2 record. However, they are coming off a loss and will be eager to bounce back. Both teams have a 2-6 record in the Big Ten Conference, making this game crucial for conference standings. Fans can catch the game on BTN at 3:30 PM on November 29, 2025.

Rutgers’ 2025 Season Overview

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights play in the Big Ten conference and call SHI Stadium home. This season, they hold a record of 5-6, with a 4-2 home record. Their conference record is 2-6, indicating challenges in Big Ten play.

Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has been a key player for Rutgers, throwing for 2,786 yards and 17 touchdowns in 11 games. The top running back, Antwan Raymond, has rushed for 1,053 yards and 12 touchdowns. Wide receiver KJ Duff leads the team with 957 receiving yards and 6 touchdowns.

Rutgers’ offense has scored 308 points this season, ranking 58th nationally. Their defense has allowed 342 points, ranking 136th. Injuries have impacted their roster, with several players out for the season, including running back CJ Campbell Jr. and defensive lineman Doug Blue-Eli.

Penn State Nittany Lions’ 2025 Season Insights

Penn State is in the Big Ten conference and plays at Beaver Stadium. Their 2025 season record is 5-6, with a 1-3 record in away games. Their last postseason game was a close loss to Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff Semifinal.

Quarterback Drew Allar has thrown for 1,100 yards and 8 touchdowns in 6 games. Ethan Grunkemeyer is another key quarterback, with 870 yards and 5 touchdowns in 8 games. Both quarterbacks have faced challenges with injuries this season.

Running back Kaytron Allen leads the team with 1,077 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns. Nicholas Singleton has also contributed with 463 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns. Wide receiver Devonte Ross has 388 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns in 9 games.

Final Betting Pick

Penn State is a strong pick for the money line at -505. They have a history of winning when favored, with a 90% success rate in their last 30 games as favorites. Their recent performance also supports this, coming off a 37-10 win against Nebraska. On the road, they have shown resilience, winning their last away game against Michigan State 28-10.

The over 56.5 is another solid choice. Penn State has hit the over in 78.6% of their last 14 games with totals over 50. Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently. Rutgers, despite a 42-9 loss to Ohio State, has shown they can score, putting up 35 points against Maryland. These trends make the over a favorable option for this game.

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