The UCLA Bruins (2-4) host a Big Ten showdown against the Maryland Terrapins (4-2) on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the Rose Bowl.

The Terrapins are underdogs, but by less than a touchdown (+3), against the Bruins (with an over/under of 52.5 points).

Keep reading to check out our preview for this this contest between the Bruins and the Terrapins, and uncover all of our expert picks here, too!

UCLA vs. Maryland betting lines

• Spread favorite: Bruins (-3)
• Moneyline: Bruins (-162), Terrapins (+135)
• Total: 52.5 points
• TV Channel: FOX Sports 1
• Live Stream: Fubo

UCLA vs. Maryland betting info and stats

UCLA is 3-3-0 against the spread so far this season. UCLA has yet to cover the spread when the favorite by at least 3 points (a 0-1 ATS record). UCLA has lost both games as a moneyline favorite this season. Maryland has four wins against the spread through six opportunities this season (4-2-0). In the three games Maryland has been the underdog by at least 3 points, it covered the spread three times (3-0). Maryland has a 1-2 record this year in games it hs been an underdog on the moneyline.

UCLA vs. Maryland recent stats and trends

UCLA Bruins

• UCLA has covered the spread in each of its last three games while going 2-1 overall.
• In one of those three games, the final combined score exceeded the set total.
• The last three UCLA games averaged 48.5 total points, 4.0 fewer points than this matchup’s point total.

Maryland Terrapins

• Maryland has covered the spread in each of its last three matchups, while going 2-1 overall.
• The final combined score of the last three Maryland games surpassed the set total one time.
• The last three Maryland games averaged 48.2 total points, 4.3 fewer points than this matchup’s point total.

UCLA vs. Maryland key players

UCLA Bruins

• Nico Iamaleava has thrown for 1,134 yards, completing 66.3% of his passes and recording nine touchdowns and three interceptions this season. He’s also run for 335 yards (55.8 ypg) on 66 carries with four rushing touchdowns.
• Jaivian Thomas has carried the ball 51 times for 231 yards (38.5 per game) and one touchdown.
• Kwazi Gilmer has hauled in 26 receptions for 313 yards (52.2 yards per game) to lead the team so far this season. He’s found the end zone two times as a receiver.
• Mikey Matthews has caught 13 passes for 174 yards (34.8 yards per game) this year.
• Titus Mokiao-Atimalala’s 12 receptions are good enough for 138 yards and three touchdowns.
• Anthony Jones has 1.5 sacks to pace the team, and also has 2.0 TFL and 12 tackles.
• UCLA’s tackle leader, JonJon Vaughns, has 49 tackles and 2.0 TFL this year.

Maryland Terrapins

• Malik Washington has 1,506 passing yards, or 251.0 per game, so far this season. He has completed 62.3% of his passes and has tossed 10 touchdowns with two interceptions.
• DeJuan Williams has rushed 69 times for 245 yards, with two touchdowns. He’s also tacked on 13 catches for 108 yards.
• Nolan Ray has collected 188 yards (on 47 carries) with two touchdowns.
• Shaleak Knotts has racked up 367 receiving yards on 23 receptions to pace his squad so far this season while scoring five touchdowns as a receiver.
• Octavian Smith Jr. has put up a 359-yard season so far. He’s caught 22 passes on 35 targets.
• Jalil Farooq’s 27 catches (on 40 targets) have netted him 248 yards (41.3 ypg).
• Zahir Mathis leads the team with 4.5 sacks, and also has 5.0 TFL and 23 tackles.
• Daniel Wingate is the team’s tackle leader this year. He’s amassed 54 tackles, 2.0 TFL, one sack, and one interception.
• La’khi Roland has picked off a team-high two passes. He also has eight tackles and two passes defended to his name.