Rutgers has a ceiling far lower than most other programs. Once upon a time, Greg Schiano made the Scarlet Knights into a perennial bowl team. But Rutgers played in the much weaker Big East Conference in those days. Now, as members of the Big Ten Conference, the Scarlet Knights have a much more difficult path. Especially in the East Division against teams like Penn State. The talented Nittany Lions have been a College Football odds disappointment in 2021. But head coach James Franklin has a top-ranked recruiting class in hand. As long as he returns, that is.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Penn State Nittany Lions NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, November 20, 2021, noon ET |
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| Location: | Beaver Stadium, State College, Pennsylvania |
| Rutgers at Penn State TV Coverage: | Big Ten Network |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Rutgers | +17½ (-110) | 46½ (-110) | +625 |  |
| Penn State | -17½ (-110) | 46½ (-110) | -950 | |
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Penn State Nittany Lions SBG Odds Overview
Since their near-miss at an epic upset at Michigan, Rutgers has struggled to move the needle. Thus, the Scarlet Knights are a tough sell to the masses. By contrast, the Nittany Lions remain a power sportsbook brand in the eyes of the betting public. However, sharps may worry about a letdown spot after last week’s game against Michigan.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Team Overview
Last week Rutgers beat Indiana 38-3 as a 6.5-point road dog. The game went under the total of 42.5. As a result, Rutgers is 5-5 straight up, 6-4 against the spread, and 4-6 over/under. RU ranks 115th for total offense and 103rd for scoring offense. Defensively, the Scarlet Knights rank 61st overall and 44th for points allowed.
Penn State Nittany Lions Team Overview
Last week, Penn State lost to Michigan 21-17 as a 2.5-point home dog. Also, the game went under the total of 47. Penn State has a record of 6-4 straight up, 6-4 against the spread, and 2-8 over/under. Overall, PSU ranks 86th for total offense and 82nd for scoring offense. While defensively, the Nittany Lions rank 42nd overall and 9th for points allowed.
On the whole, Penn State remains dreadfully one-dimensional. Despite harping on it all week, they averaged just 2.6 yards per rush. And without any real production on the ground, Sean Clifford is shouldering too much of the burden. To summarize, Clifford withstood seven sacks, completing 23 of 43 for 205 yards and throwing a touchdown pass to tight end Tyler Warren.
Of great concern is that coach James Franklin is on his third offensive coordinator in three seasons. Yet things haven’t improved. At some point, the blame will be placed on Franklin. And justifiably so.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Penn State Nittany Lions Against the Spread
- Rutgers is 3-1 against the spread vs. Penn State
- The Scarlet Knights and Nittany Lions are 0-7 over/under the total
- Specifically, at Penn State, Rutgers is 2-1 vs. the odds against the Nittany Lions
- These two teams are 0-3 over/under the total at Penn State.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Penn State Nittany Lions SBG Free Picks
As was previously noted, Rutgers has been a sleepy good value on the road and against Penn State. The Nittany Lions will be overpriced in this College Football odds spot. Betting on Rutgers is gambling with the house.
Rutgers at Penn State SBG Best Bet: Rutgers Scarlet Knights.