It’s a Big Ten battle, as Rutgers is set to face Northwestern on Sunday, September 3. The game is scheduled for 12 p.m. ET while airing on CBS. Rutgers enters this game as 6.5-point favorites with the total set at 39.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Rutgers vs. Northwestern predictions below.
Rutgers vs. Northwestern Odds
- Spread: Rutgers -6.5
- Total: 39.5
Game Info
- Date: Sunday, September 3
- Time: 12 pm ET
- Location: SHI Stadium, Piscataway, NJ
- TV: CBS
Rutgers Betting Trends
- Rutgers are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games.
- Rutgers are 0-5 SU in their last 5 games.
Northwestern Betting Trends
- Northwestern are 6-12 ATS in their last 18 games.
- Northwestern are 0-10 SU in their last 10 games.
Rutgers vs. Northwestern Predictions
This is expected to be a closely contested affair. Both teams have undergone significant changes during the offseason and will be eager to start their 2023 campaigns on a high note. The game will likely be a battle of the defenses with a low-scoring affair, as implied by the relatively low total of 39.5. ,
That favors Northwestern, who could keep their nose in this game despite the tumultuous offseason and lack of success in conference play last season. At the end of the day, it’s difficult to take Rutgers as a near-touchdown favorite over any conference opponent.
Our pick is Northwestern against the spread in a tight, low-scoring contest.
The Pick: Northwestern +6.5 | -110 at FanDuel Sportsbook