Maryland is a perfect 2-0 SU and ATS on the season after first defeating West Virginia as an underdog followed by a 62-0 rout of Howard last week. This will however be the Terps' first road game and first conference game of the season, and I think they are overvalued by the bookmakers in this one.

Illinois has dropped back-to-back games since opening the season with an upset win against Nebraska, but it has its reasons. The Fighting Illini have been without their starting QB Brandon Peters in the last two games, but coach Bret Bielema said Peters has healed and will return as the starter Friday. Additionally, I expect to see a big reaction from Illinois after letting Virginia run away with a 42-14 win last week.

Terrapins are 3-13 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win of more than 20 points. Terrapins are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 games as a road favorite.

8* play on Illinois.