Penn State vs. Maryland: Showdown for Playoff Positioning
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### Penn State Hosts Maryland in Crucial Matchup with Playoff Implications
The Penn State Nittany Lions, holding a strong 9-1 record, are set to face the Maryland Terrapins at Beaver Stadium this Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET with BTN providing television coverage. A victory in this game is paramount for Penn State as they aim to solidify their position in the College Football Playoff rankings.
Ranked No. 4 in this week's CFP standings, Penn State finds itself trailing only Oregon and Ohio State within the Big Ten Conference race. Indiana, currently ranked No. 10, joins these teams in the projected 12-team playoff bracket, making every remaining game crucial for maintaining their standing. The Nittany Lions have displayed strong form, winning their last three matches and seeking to end the regular season with a fourth consecutive win.
Maryland, on the other hand, has struggled throughout the season and comes into this game with a 1-7 record in Big Ten play and enduring a four-game losing streak. Given these circumstances, the Nittany Lions are heavily favored, with a 25-point spread underscoring their expected dominance in this matchup.
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