Maryland football looks to keep its momentum from a strong season opener rolling Friday night as it welcomes Northern Illinois to town.
Many may remember the Huskies from their stunning 16-14 victory over then-No. 5 Notre Dame last season. They finished 2024 with an 8-5 record and a win over Fresno State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl, and started 2025 off with a 19-17 win over FCS Holy Cross.
FanDuel Sportsbook marks Maryland as 16.5-point favorites over Northern Illinois, with moneyline victory
odds at -820 and the over-under at 46.5 points.
How to watch and listen
When: Friday, Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: SECU Stadium, College Park, Maryland
TV: Big Ten Network — Joe Beninati (play-by-play), Matt Millen (color commentary)
Radio: 105.7 FM (Balt) / 980 AM (DC) – Johnny Holliday (play-by-play), Steve Suter (analyst)
Streaming: www.foxsports.com/live
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