Maryland is averaging 31 points per game and they are off a bye week. They should be able to get a lot of points themselves as they play against Northwestern who are giving up 460 total yards to opponents in the Big 12. This total seems too low at 45 and this game can get over 50 points. Northwestern has consistently improved on their offense in each game and are averaging 20 plus points in their last three games. Northwestern should be able to score on this Maryland defense as they are giving up 501 total yards to Big 10 opponents too. The totals have gone Over in 3 of Northwestern' last 5 games. The total has gone Over in 5 of Northwestern's last 7 games played in October. The totals have gone Over in 3 of Maryland' 3 last games at home. The total has gone Over in 6 of Maryland's last 7 games against an opponent in the Big Ten conference.

Best bet: take the Over the Total.