The Fighting Illini will play the Terrapins on Saturday, October 14th, 2023. The matchup takes place at SECU Stadium. Watch this exciting Week 7 matchup at 3:30 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on NBC.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 7 action features a matchup between Illinois and Maryland taking place at SECU Stadium. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Illinois has a 95.67 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Maryland is 97.67.
- Away Illinois - Heading into Week 7, Illinois currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Maryland - Maryland has a 4-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 7 matchup, they rank 1st in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins. Like the Illinois away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Illinois ranks 6th (115) in the Big Ten Conference, with Maryland currently ranking 2nd (210) for points scored in the Big Ten Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, Illinois stands 1st (173) in the Big Ten Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Maryland sits at 3rd (103) in the Big Ten Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - Illinois has a 2-4 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Maryland currently 5-1 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
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Get ready for a wild ride as the Fighting Illini clash with the Terrapins on October 14th! The Week 7 showdown will be held at SECU Stadium, adding an extra spark to the game. With a SportsBetting3.com Power Ranking of 95.67, Illinois will be out to prove their mettle against Maryland's impressive 97.67 ranking. The Illini, currently standing at 2-4, are hungry for a win, while the Terrapins aim to extend their 5-1 standing...
In this thrilling matchup, expect fireworks on the field as both teams fight tooth and nail. The Illini will rely on their explosive offense to make a statement against the Terrapins' solid defense. Meanwhile, Maryland will look to exploit any weaknesses in the Illinois defense to secure another victory. It's a clash of styles that will keep fans on the edge of their seats...
If you're a betting enthusiast, this game has plenty of opportunities to win big. Bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM to test your luck. Don't forget to review this game's prop bets for even more excitement. Whether you're a fan of the Illini or the Terrapins, comparing the odds below will help you make the right call. Get ready for an intense battle and mark your calendars for this game that promises to be a nail-biter!
Best Fighting Illini at Terrapins Odds
| Underdog Illinois | Favorite Maryland |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Illinois | Favorite Maryland |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Maryland is a -13.5 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Illinois is a +13.5 -109 point spread underdog at BetRivers.
The best over line is 51.5 -109 points at BetRivers, which means you risk $109 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 51.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Maryland is a -550 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Illinois is a +420 moneyline underdog at BetRivers.
College Football Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Illinois
Maryland
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +13.5 -110-13.5 -110 |
Underdog Illinois - Illinois bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +13.5 Illinois underdog bet wins if they lose by 13 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 14 or more.
Favorite Maryland - Maryland bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -13.5 Maryland favorite bet wins if they win by 14 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 13 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Illinois at Maryland Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Illinois
Maryland
First Team To Score
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +160-210Bet |
Illinois
Maryland
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | +185-275+10000Bet |
Illinois
Maryland
Game to Overtime
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +1200No -10000Bet |
Illinois
Maryland
Both Teams Score 10+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes -650No +425Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Illinois
Maryland
Both Teams Score 20+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +110No -145Bet |
Illinois
Maryland
Both Teams Score 30+
10/14/23 3:30pm EDT | Yes +675No -1400Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 7 | Illinois vs Maryland Saturday, October 14th, 2023 | ILL 27, MD 24 SECU Stadium | Illinois by 3 |
| 2021 Week 3 | Maryland vs Illinois Friday, September 17th, 2021 | MD 20, ILL 17 Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL) | Maryland by 3 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Big Ten East | |||||||||
| Maryland | 4-5 | 0.444 | 8 | 5 | 386 | 292 | 4-3 | 3-2 | W2 |
| Big Ten West | |||||||||
| Illinois | 3-6 | 0.333 | 5 | 7 | 294 | 353 | 3-4 | 2-3 | L2 |
Illinois & Maryland Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Illinois Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Illinois | +80000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Maryland | +40000 Bet |
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Toledo vs Illinois | ILL 30, TOL 28 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Illinois vs Kansas | KU 34, ILL 23 Friday, September 8th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Penn State vs Illinois | PSU 30, ILL 13 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Florida Atlantic vs Illinois | ILL 23, FAU 17 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Illinois vs Purdue | PUR 44, ILL 19 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Nebraska vs Illinois | NEB 20, ILL 7 Friday, October 6th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Illinois vs Maryland | ILL 27, MD 24 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Wisconsin vs Illinois | WIS 25, ILL 21 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Illinois vs Minnesota | ILL 27, MINN 26 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Indiana vs Illinois | ILL 48, IU 45 (OT) Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Illinois vs Iowa | IOWA 15, ILL 13 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Northwestern vs Illinois | NU 45, ILL 43 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Towson vs Maryland | MD 38, TOW 6 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Charlotte vs Maryland | MD 38, CLT 20 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Virginia vs Maryland | MD 42, UVA 14 Friday, September 15th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Maryland vs Michigan State | MD 31, MSU 9 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Indiana vs Maryland | MD 44, IU 17 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Maryland vs Ohio State | OSU 37, MD 17 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | Illinois vs Maryland | ILL 27, MD 24 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Maryland vs Northwestern | NU 33, MD 27 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Penn State vs Maryland | PSU 51, MD 15 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Maryland vs Nebraska | MD 13, NEB 10 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Michigan vs Maryland | MICH 31, MD 24 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Maryland vs Rutgers | MD 42, RUTG 24 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Auburn vs Maryland Transperfect Music City Bowl | MD 31, AUB 13 Saturday, December 30th, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Illinois vs Maryland College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Saturday, October 14th, 2023 at 3:30 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Illinois vs Maryland Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Illinois vs Maryland Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.