Michigan State vs Maryland Picks and Prediction – 9/7/2024

The Michigan State Spartans come into week two of the year undefeated following a narrow win against Florida Atlantic. Offensively Michigan State did just enough compiling almost 300 yards and scored 16 points in the win. Defensively Michigan State did the job holding Florida Atlantic to just 10 points including none in the fourth quarter on 248 total yards after forcing 2 turnovers in the game. For other college football news see our College Football Picks.

Aidan Chiles carried the load for the Michigan State offense against Florida Atlantic completing 10 passes for 114 yards in the game. Kay’Ron Lynch-Adams was the biggest strength from Michigan State in week 1 compiling 101 yards and one touchdown on 9 carries. Michael Masunas led all receivers in the game for the Spartans with 29 yards on two receptions.

The Maryland Terrapins return home again this week for a matchup with Michigan State. Maryland is undefeated this season following a blowout victory of UConn in game one of the year. The Terrapins defense was a bit shaky giving up 310 yards but force multiple turnovers to allow just seven points in the win. Offensively Maryland dominated scoring 50 points including 27 in the second half on more than 600 total yards of offense.

Billy Edwards Jr. was dominant under center for Maryland compiling 20 completions for 311 yards and two scores and ran the ball five times for 39 yards as well. Cameron Edge came on to complete 4 passes for 57 yards and one score in the game. Roman Hemby was running back number one with 66 yards and one score on 14 carries, while Nolan Ray chipped in six carries for 60 yards and one touchdown. Tai Felton came up big for Maryland with 178 yards and two touchdowns on 7 receptions.

Both teams come into this game undefeated, but Maryland is the better overall unit. Look for Maryland to control this game on both sides of the ball as they were overwhelmed and offensively challenged Michigan State team. Take the Terrapins to remain undefeated as they do the work to get the home win and cover in week two. Final Score Prediction, Maryland Terrapins win and cover 37-17.