Penn State could not have played worse in the 2nd half against Nebraska as this team yielded a ton of points and offense to a Nebraska team they were originally blowing out in the first half and that cannot sit well with a defensive minded coach in Franklin.
Any prayer PSU might have of sneaking into playoff contention will first require a thumping of Maryland and they know that. The Nittany Lions' point differential per game is about 23, and that should increase against a weak Maryland Terps team.

Remember, Maryland lost by 25 to Michigan at home so is not too shocking to think a motivated Penn State can win by more with a better offense and defense. Maryland also gave up 62 points to Ohio State and Penn State has every bit of capable offense and this should be a blowout with the Penn St defense stepping up.