Minnesota vs Penn State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 14 Nov 2026
Minnesota vs Penn State Predictions
The total line looks to be on the low side at 41.5. There’s a strong chance that Penn State and Minnesota will conspire to go above the line and we’re backing Over at -120.
We highlight the top Minnesota vs Penn State predictions with our Best Bet, Player Props, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Pick. Navigate to the sections below for the complete analysis.
Minnesota vs Penn State Preview
Minnesota face Penn State at Beaver Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, November 14.
Minnesota Golden Gophers have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at Huntington Bank Stadium, they were turned over 34-20 by UCLA Bruins.
Penn State Nittany Lions made it back-to-back wins in their last game. It was a 28-25 road triumph at Husky Stadium when meeting Washington Huskies.
H2H: Penn State Came Out on Top in Previous H2H
Penn State have claimed victories in the last two matchups against Minnesota. At Beaver Stadium, the scoreline was 45-17 and then we saw 26-25 at Huntington Bank Stadium. It’s been two Penn State wins in the past 3 games between these teams.
Quarterbacks
Drake Lindsey
Rocco Becht
Best Bet
We’re forecasting that the two teams will produce a significant combined points total in this college football showdown. Therefore, our pick is to take the -120 that there are Over 41.5 points.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
Team news and current form always play a key role in shaping our expert CFB predictions. We also dig into the latest stats and trends to help deliver the most accurate picks possible.
Over 41.5 Probability
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of delivering a return. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It's why we think it’s worth placing this college wager.
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Player Prop Picks
You can back Rocco Becht (Penn State) at -114 to reach over 209.5 passing yards. We’re tempted to back him to cover the QB Passing Yards line, with plenty of juice on offer.
Carson Hansen (Minnesota) is priced at -114 to exceed 58.5 rushing yards. The line for him on the Overs is highly appealing, with Player Rushing Yards bettors able to get plenty of juice.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 41.5, along with Penn State -9.5 on the spread and Rocco Becht (Penn State) to go Over 209.5 passing yards.
A same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different outcomes within the same football game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
13
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31
Penn State
Should you want a wager that can land a big return, then look no further than the correct score lines. Bet on the Lions to win 31-13 and leverage a massive payout if this happens.
Minnesota vs Penn State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Penn State are -345 favorites and that means a 78% chance of winning this college game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. For those wanting to back Minnesota, you will find +280 about the underdogs.
9.5 is the spread and 41.5 is the total points line. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular football wagers. If you want to wager Over 41.5, there are odds of -120.
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Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
Penn State Hold Five Wins in Previous Ten at Home
Penn State own a 5-5 mark in their past 10 home games, putting up 33.20 points on average and giving up 18.00.
Minnesota have gone 3-7 across their last 10 road games, posting 17.20 points per contest while yielding 29.50.
Penn State defeated Minnesota 45-17 when the teams last met at Beaver Stadium.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O41.5 | U41.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Penn State Home Stats |
5-5 | 51.20 | 33.20 | 18.00 | 10 | 0 | |
 Minnesota Away Stats |
3-7 | 46.70 | 17.20 | 29.50 | 6 | 4 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O41.5 = Games Over 41.5 Points
- U41.5 = Games Under 41.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Stats
Penn State Nittany Lions Stats
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
- -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 45.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 46.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 41.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 41.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 24.20 pts and allowed 21.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 17.20 pts and allowed 29.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 46.60 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 51.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 41.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 41.5 at Home: Covered in the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 28.20 pts and allowed 18.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 33.20 pts and allowed 18.00 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCLA
|
9 | 0 | 302 | 127 | 175 | 5-0 | 4-0 | 9W |
Indiana
|
8 | 1 | 292 | 112 | 180 | 5-1 | 3-0 | 2W |
Iowa
|
7 | 2 | 250 | 110 | 140 | 4-1 | 3-1 | 2W |
USC
|
7 | 2 | 292 | 218 | 74 | 5-1 | 2-1 | 1W |
Illinois
|
6 | 3 | 256 | 207 | 49 | 4-2 | 2-1 | 4W |
Ohio State
|
6 | 3 | 321 | 165 | 156 | 4-1 | 2-2 | 2L |
Oregon
|
6 | 3 | 307 | 199 | 108 | 4-1 | 2-2 | 2W |
Wisconsin
|
6 | 3 | 220 | 147 | 73 | 5-0 | 1-3 | 1W |
Northwestern
|
6 | 3 | 279 | 174 | 105 | 5-1 | 1-2 | 2L |
|
Minnesota
|
5 | 4 | 222 | 198 | 24 | 4-2 | 1-2 | 2L |
Michigan
|
5 | 4 | 176 | 146 | 30 | 4-3 | 1-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
5 | 4 | 272 | 149 | 123 | 4-2 | 1-2 | 4L |
|
Penn State
|
5 | 4 | 260 | 174 | 86 | 3-2 | 2-2 | 2W |
Washington
|
5 | 4 | 237 | 197 | 40 | 3-3 | 2-1 | 1L |
Purdue
|
3 | 6 | 265 | 291 | -26 | 2-4 | 1-2 | 3L |
Maryland
|
3 | 6 | 249 | 282 | -33 | 1-4 | 2-2 | 1W |
Michigan State
|
3 | 6 | 174 | 212 | -38 | 2-3 | 1-3 | 1W |
Rutgers
|
2 | 7 | 232 | 292 | -60 | 1-4 | 1-3 | 3L |
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