Rutgers Scarlet Knights: Recent Form

Rutgers, with a 6-4 overall record, has been somewhat inconsistent this season. Their recent games have seen mixed results:

• Lost against Iowa (0-22) - Offensive struggles were apparent.
• Defeat against Ohio State (16-35) - Managed to put up a decent offensive showing.
• Victory over Indiana (31-14) - Showed strong offensive capabilities.
• Narrow win against Michigan State (27-24) - A competitive game reflecting their resilience.
• Lost to Wisconsin (13-24) - Struggled against a tough defense.

Penn State Nittany Lions: Season Highlights

Penn State's 8-2 record reflects their strength this season, with notable performances:

• Recent loss to Michigan (15-24) - A close game against a tough opponent.
• Impressive win against Maryland (51-15) - Dominant offensive display.
• Handled Indiana comfortably (33-24) - Consistent performance on both sides of the ball.
• Narrow loss to Ohio State (12-20) - A hard-fought game showing their competitive edge.
• Dominant win over UMass (63-0) - Displayed overwhelming offensive power.

Top Five Reasons to Bet on the Under

1. Defensive Strength of Penn State: Averaging only 13.10 points allowed per game, their defense is likely to limit Rutgers' scoring opportunities.
2. Rutgers' Offensive Struggles: Rutgers has had difficulty in scoring against stronger defenses, as seen in their recent games.
3. Historical Under Trend: In the last nine head-to-head matchups, the total has gone under eight times.
4. Low Yards Per Play Differential: Rutgers' offense has a lower yards per pass and rush differential, which might limit their big-play ability.
5. Penn State's Controlled Offense: Despite their high scoring, Penn State's efficient offense often controls the clock, which can limit the total number of scoring drives.