The Minnesota Golden Gophers (4-2, 1-2 Big Ten) visit the No. 16 Penn State Nittany Lions (5-1, 2-1) Saturday in this year’s edition of the popular White Out game. Kickoff from Beaver Stadium is slated for 7:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we look at Minnesota vs. Penn State odds from Tipico Sportsbook; check back for all our college football picks and predictions.
The Golden Gophers come into this tough matchup looking to end their 2-game losing streak. After winning 4 straight games and achieving a top 25 matchup, their season has quickly flipped as they are now 4-2 and unranked. Both of their losses have come vs. Big Ten opponents – first vs. Purdue Oct. 1 (20-10), then vs. Illinois last weekend (26-14). This will be their 4th-straight game vs. a Big Ten opponent. They are led by QB Tanner Morgan, who has completed 67% of his passes (83 of 124 attempts) for 1,164 yards with 7 TDs and 5 interceptions.
The Nittany Lions are looking to bounce back after suffering a big loss vs. No. 4 Michigan last week, ending their previously undefeated season. This will be their third straight game vs. a Big Ten opponent. They are led by QB Sean Clifford, who is completing 59% of his passes (92 of 156 attempts) for 1,150 yards with 9 TDs and 2 interceptions.
Penn State is No. 16 in the AFCA Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.