UCLA vs Maryland Prediction, Picks & Odds | 26 Sep 2026
College Football Betting Preview: UCLA vs Maryland
UCLA battle Maryland at SECU Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 13:30 on Saturday, September 26.
We’re eager to back Maryland to beat UCLA and that leads us to the Moneyline for our prediction. It’s difficult to turn down the +104 that they claim the win.
UCLA Bruins claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 52-38 triumph against Purdue Boilermakers at Rose Bowl made it three straight wins.
Maryland Terrapins lost their last game, being beaten at home to Virginia Tech Hokies 35-26 at SECU Stadium.
Head-to-Head Statistics
These two teams last met at Rose Bowl, with UCLA claiming the win. Beating Maryland by a 20-17 scoreline.
Quarterbacks
Nico Iamaleava
Malik Washington
UCLA vs Maryland Prediction & Picks
Dive into our full UCLA vs Maryland betting preview, featuring an expert match prediction, a projected scoreline, top player prop bets and a bet builder designed for value.
Game Prediction
There is merit in simply backing Maryland to beat their opponents in this college football matchup. Especially as odds of +104 are available when it comes to this betting pick.
Our team of college football handicappers track current injuries closely. Combined with recent form, this helps us identify the best value odds. A data-led approach backed by key stats and the latest team news keeps our analysis sharp.
Key UCLA vs Maryland stats:
Maryland Moneyline Probability
According to the best betting apps, our pick has a 49% chance of winning. After careful examination, our cappers have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. This college wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
If you’re looking to squeeze more juice from the odds, consider Maryland on the spread. Those expecting this team to exceed expectations can bet them to cover the line.
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Player Prop Picks
You can place a bet on Malik Washington (Maryland) at -114 to go over 289.5 passing yards. We're confident in him covering the QB Passing Yards line and hitting our Over bet.
Wayne Knight (UCLA) is available at -114 to go over 76.5 rushing yards. We're confident in him covering the Player Rushing Yards line and hitting our Over bet.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
The same game parlay pick is Maryland on the moneyline, Over 56.5 on the total and Malik Washington (Maryland) to have Over 289.5 passing yards.
The same game parlay option is fantastic for football bettors wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same game. It’s especially good if you have a strong opinion on the likely outcomes and the odds for each selection are combined.
Correct Score Prediction
28
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38
Maryland
There are stacks of correct score lines available and we’re looking at the Terps to achieve a winning scoreline of 38-28 where a massive potential return is on the cards.
UCLA vs Maryland Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Maryland are on offer at +105 on the Moneyline if you want to back this team, with UCLA available at -127. The probability of the home team winning this college game is 49% according to the sportsbooks.
There is a spread of 2.5 and total points has a line of 55.5. A wager on the Totals allows football bettors to use the latest data to good effect. There’s the chance to back Under 55.5 at -102.
College football bettors are spoilt for choice thanks to the huge selection of team props and game lines which are available for every matchup on the coupon. Head to the top sportsbooks and find the best value wagers.
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Maryland Have Suffered Six Losses in Past Ten at Home
Maryland own a 4-6 mark in their past 10 home games, putting up 28.50 points on average and giving up 25.50.
UCLA own a 4-6 mark in their past 10 games on the road, putting up 22.70 points per contest and giving up 30.00.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O56.5 | U56.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Maryland Home Stats |
4-6 | 54.00 | 28.50 | 25.50 | 6 | 4 | |
 UCLA Away Stats |
4-6 | 52.70 | 22.70 | 30.00 | 4 | 6 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O56.5 = Games Over 56.5 Points
- U56.5 = Games Under 56.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
UCLA Bruins Stats
Maryland Terrapins Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 55.50 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 52.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 56.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 56.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 24.40 pts and allowed 31.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 22.70 pts and allowed 30.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 55.80 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 54.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 56.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 56.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 25.80 pts and allowed 30.00 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 28.50 pts and allowed 25.50 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Indiana
|
5 | 0 | 221 | 54 | 167 | 4-0 | 1-0 | 5W |
Ohio State
|
4 | 1 | 211 | 63 | 148 | 3-0 | 1-1 | 3W |
|
UCLA
|
4 | 0 | 179 | 75 | 104 | 2-0 | 2-0 | 4W |
Nebraska
|
5 | 0 | 218 | 71 | 147 | 4-0 | 1-0 | 5W |
Wisconsin
|
4 | 1 | 158 | 83 | 75 | 3-0 | 1-1 | 4W |
Minnesota
|
4 | 1 | 160 | 90 | 70 | 3-1 | 1-0 | 3W |
Oregon
|
3 | 1 | 190 | 93 | 97 | 2-0 | 1-1 | 2W |
USC
|
5 | 1 | 224 | 153 | 71 | 4-1 | 1-0 | 1W |
Iowa
|
4 | 1 | 145 | 63 | 82 | 3-1 | 1-0 | 1L |
Northwestern
|
3 | 1 | 132 | 67 | 65 | 3-0 | 0-1 | 1W |
Purdue
|
2 | 3 | 152 | 175 | -23 | 1-2 | 1-1 | 1W |
Michigan
|
3 | 2 | 115 | 79 | 36 | 3-1 | 0-1 | 2L |
Penn State
|
3 | 2 | 160 | 80 | 80 | 2-1 | 1-1 | 2L |
Washington
|
3 | 2 | 133 | 92 | 41 | 3-1 | 0-1 | 2L |
Illinois
|
2 | 3 | 153 | 130 | 23 | 2-2 | 0-1 | 2L |
|
Maryland
|
2 | 3 | 152 | 151 | 1 | 1-2 | 1-1 | 3L |
Michigan State
|
2 | 3 | 91 | 116 | -25 | 2-1 | 0-2 | 3L |
Rutgers
|
1 | 4 | 150 | 161 | -11 | 1-3 | 0-1 | 1L |
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