Maryland looks to become bowl eligible heading into its bye week.
Maryland football has a chance to become bowl eligible at its earliest date since 2001 when it takes on Northwestern at home on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.
With a win over a struggling Northwestern program, Maryland would move to 6-2 on the year for the first time since 2010.
The question heading into the contest is whether star quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa will play after reaggravating his sprained MCL against Indiana last week. He remains a game-time decision for today’s game.
Now, let’s get to the matchup.
The numbers
Maryland: 5-2 (2-2, Big Ten)
Northwestern: 1-5 (1-2, Big Ten)
All-time series: Northwestern leads, 2-0
DraftKings Sportsbook line: Maryland -14, O/U 51
How to watch and listen
Saturday, Oct. 22, 3:30 p.m. EDT; SECU Stadium, College Park, Maryland
TV: Big Ten Network — Play-by-play: Brandon Gaudin, Analyst: Jake Butt, Sideline: Rick Pizzo
Radio: 105.7 FM (Baltimore) / 980 AM (DC) — Play-by-play: Johnny Holliday, Analyst: Steve Suter
Streaming: FOX Sports
Catch up before the game
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Testudo Times Podcast: Maryland football at Indiana recap and Northwestern preview
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Odds/lines subject to change. T&Cs apply. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details.