I am still working on this game. Penn State has owned Maryland, but I think you will see a spirited effort on Friday night. Will be the liveliest crowd for a home game in a very long time (would have been even better if they did not lose to Temple and the line would be Even). If Maryland focuses on running the ball they will definitely keep this one close. Penn State still has some questions on offense but they are strong defensively. I think the MD defense will play well but the offense is the question, especially the offensive line. I expected the line to be a little lower than it is. Most are focused on the Temple loss, Temple losing to Buffalo and Penn State handling Buffalo. Maybe there is some merit to that, but not much in my opinion.
I will have more tomorrow, but this should be a good game. The head coaches do not like each other very much and it will be interesting to see if Maryland sells out for the black out. I know a lot of people that were going but canceled trips after they lost to Temple. I am still debating whether to go or not. I am getting a little old for night games!!
I don't buy that...Team A beat Team B, Team B beat Team C, therefore Team A should cream Team C stuff, either; it sounds good but doesn't always work out. I was thinking about playing Maryland but just can't make up my mind. I remember they beat Texas 2 years in a row so I know they are capable for getting up for a big game. I never have cared much for Franklin since his time at Vanderbilt when he (they) scored a late, meaningless touchdown against Ky just to cover the spread. I do respect him as a coach tho, and don't think he would have any problem running up the score against against you guys if he got the chance; I'm sure he would like to make a good impression in an area he likes to recruit. But still feel Maryland will keep it close, if not pull the upset, I just don't know if I want to put my money where my mouth is.