Auburn vs. Maryland Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Music City Bowl
The Auburn Tigers will face the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday afternoon for the Music City Bowl. Which team has the advantage? Matt McCuen answers with his Auburn vs. Maryland prediction and pick.
Matt McCuen - December 30, 2023, 8:30 AM EST
5 minAuburn vs. Maryland Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, and Latest Odds for Music City Bowl
The Auburn Tigers will face the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday afternoon. Nashville, Tennessee, will be the sight for the Music City Bowl.
Auburn vs. Maryland Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 30, 2023
- Game Time: 2:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ABC, ESPN+
Auburn vs. Maryland Odds
- Spread: Auburn -6.5 (-110), Maryland +6.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 47.5 (-103), U 47.5 (-106)
- Moneyline Odds: Auburn (-230), Maryland (+215)
Auburn vs. Maryland Prediction
Auburn turned in an average season with a record of 6-6.
Head coach Huge Freeze will attempt to win his first bowl game as head coach of the Tigers.
Auburn lost their last two games after dropping a home game against New Mexico State and losing an all-time thriller against Alabama.
Payton Thorne leads the Tigers' offense. Thorne has thrown for 1,671 yards, 15 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
Jarquez Hunter leads the Tigers' rushing attack. Hunter has dashed for 865 yards and seven touchdowns.
Rivaldo Fairweather leads the Tigers in receiving with 349 yards and six touchdowns.
The Tigers defense ranks 31st in points allowed per game (22.7).
Maryland comes into play with a record of 7-5.
The Terps won two of their last three games to earn bowl eligibility.
Maryland will be without their starting quarterback, Taulia Tagovailoa, who has opted out of this game.
Freshman Cameron Edge is in line to get the start.
Roman Hemby leads the Terps backfield, rushing for 663 yards and four touchdowns.
Jeshaun Jones has been the top option in the passing game. Jones has racked up 747 yards and four touchdowns.
The Terps defense ranks in college football.
Auburn vs. Maryland Pick
Maryland will have trouble moving the ball in the absence of Tagovailoa.
Auburn has the better front on both sides of the football, which will play a vital role in this game.
This line screams Auburn, and we will trust it today.
Pick: Auburn -6.5 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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