The USC Trojans (3-2, 1-2 Big Ten) host the fourth-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions (5-0, 2-0) in a Big Ten Conference matchup this Saturday afternoon. The Trojans are coming off an away loss to the Minnesota Golden Gophers in Week 6 by a score of 24-17. Running back Woody Marks carried the ball 20 times for 134 yards and one touchdown. Quarterback Miller Moss completed 23-of-38 passes for 200 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions.
Penn State is coming off a home win against the UCLA Bruins by a score of 27-11 in Week 6. Quarterback Drew Allar completed 17-of-24 passes for 237 yards and one touchdown. Running back Kaytron Allen carried the ball 21 times for 78 yards and had one touchdown.
Will the Nittany Lions remain perfect, or will the Trojans bounce back after an upset loss?
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. USC Trojans Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Penn State Nittany Lions | -5
-112 |
Over 48.5
-108 |
-205 |
| USC Trojans | +5
-108 |
Under 48.5
-112 |
+170 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. USC Trojans Match Details
- Fixture: Penn State Nittany Lions vs. USC Trojans
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET
- Location: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California
Key Stats
Penn State Nittany Lions
The Penn State Nittany Lions enter the game 5-0, averaging 36.25 points per game this season. Nicholas Singleton leads the team in rushing, averaging 81.6 yards per game with three touchdowns. Quarterback Drew Allar is averaging 220.2 passing yards per game and is completing 70.90% of his passes. So far this season, he has thrown nine touchdowns and one interception.
Tight End Tyler Warren averages 57.8 receiving yards per game, while Harrison Wallace III averages 46.0 receiving yards per game. From a defensive standpoint, Penn State has four interceptions and 11 sacks. They are allowing 11.50 points per game.
USC Trojans
The USC Trojans enter 3-2, averaging 30.80 points per game this season. Running back Woody Marks leads the team in rushing, averaging 93.6 yards per game, and has four touchdowns. Quarterback Miller Moss averages 279.6 passing yards per game and has completed 64.50% of his passes. So far this season, he has thrown nine touchdowns and four interceptions.
Wide receiver Ja’Kobi Lane is averaging 46.8 receiving yards per game and has scored four touchdowns. Zachariah Branch is averaging 45.4 receiving yards per game but has yet to score a touchdown. Defensively, USC has three interceptions and six sacks. The Trojans are allowing 18.40 points per game.
Prediction
Given the inconsistencies shown by USC this season, we will be looking at Penn State to cover on Saturday afternoon. The Nittany Lions have won their games by an average of 23.0 points per game and have one of the most efficient offenses in the country. Further, Penn State has the eighth-best defense in terms of points allowed per game. At this point in the season, Penn State has simply shown they are the better overall team and can win the big games. For that reason, backing Penn State to cover will be our best bet.
Final Pick
Penn State Nittany Lions -5 (-110)
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