Penn State Nittany Lions (11-1) vs. Oregon Ducks (12-0)
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Oregon Ducks December 7 2024 – The Nittany Lions are coming into the Big Ten Championship with a solid record of 11-1, after having faced relays of challenges throughout the season. Their only defeat happened when they faced Ohio State, but they have steamrolled their last five games with great wins against Maryland and Minnesota. At the same time, the Oregon ducks are yet to taste a defeat with a record of 12-0. They have been ruthless with great wins over Michigan and Washington and are a top-ranked offense. The upcoming match at Lucas Oil Stadium is expected to be an electrifying contest as both teams seek to qualify for the College Football Playoffs.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Oregon Ducks December 7 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN |
| TV: | CBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Oregon Ducks Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Penn State | +155 | +3.5 | Over 49.5 -115 |
| Oregon | -185 | -3.5 | Under 49.5 -105 |
The betting odds indicate a tight contest, with Oregon favored by 3.5 points. Given Penn State’s strong spread performance in December, the Nittany Lions might be a solid pick to cover. The total of 49.5 presents an intriguing over/under proposition, with Oregon’s offense likely to push the total towards the over, but Penn State’s defense could keep it close.
Drew Allar QB vs. Dillon Gabriel QB
Drew Allar has delivered for Penn State this season, with 2,668 yards and 18 touchdowns in passing. He has good strengths as a game manager, earning a solid rating of 167.5 in the passers rating system. Nonetheless, some of his weaknesses, such as five interceptions and being sacked quite often, could work against him when handling Oregon’s defense. It will be essential for Allar’s role during this kind of occasion since the Nittany Lions would like him to work well in the pocket and be quick in making decisions.
On the other hand, Dillon Gabriel at this moment, has also being demolishing it for Oregon Ducks, passing 3275 yards with 24 touchdowns. He has an impressive completion rate of 73.5% as well as a passer rating of 165.1. Gabriel’s helping touch has helped Michigan in passing the ball through the air. I think his number one goal for this game would be to keep his composure under pressure and try to avoid turning the ball over, which can be bad for Oregon as it would play to Penn State’s defense’s strengths.
Penn State Nittany Lions Analysis
Penn State has been fairly good so far, winning 11 out of the last 12 matches. With opponents able to gain low yardage throughout games, their defense has been the stronger of the two aspects. Their offense has always had a balanced attack. They won their most recent match-up against Maryland by a score of 44-7, with Allar and Singleton taking charge. On the other hand, the defeat they sustained to Ohio State was an eye opener that, on occasion, they can be triumphed upon by robust defenses as well. Provided their defense is able to rise to the occasion against Oregon’s high powered offense, there is a chance they may be able to cover the spread.
Oregon Ducks Analysis
In this match, the Ducks look forward to extending their perfect winning streak of 12 games. So far, nothing has worked to stop Oregon’s offense, highlighted by their victory over Washington 49-21, where they scored seemingly at will. A huge part of Oregon’s success has been Gabriel throwing the ball and James running the ball with power and efficiency. The Ducks’ defense isn’t quite as fierce as their offense but have been effective when required, which will be extremely important against a fast and responsive Penn State attack. Oregon’s form going into this game makes them hard to bet against.
Penn State Nittany Lions Betting Trends
Penn State has been 4-2 ATS in their last six games and 8-1 ATS in their last nine December games. They’ve also been strong on Saturdays, going 9-1 SU in their last 10. This suggests they’re well-prepared for big matchups, and their ability to cover spreads in big games gives bettors reason to consider them for the points in this matchup.
Oregon Ducks Betting Trends
Oregon has been 5-2 ATS in their last seven games, with a perfect 13-0 SU record in their last 13 games against Big Ten opponents. They’ve been a dominant force in their last five games, all straight-up wins, including notable victories over top teams. The Ducks are certainly on a roll, and their ability to handle the spread in key games makes them a tough opponent to bet against.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Oregon Ducks Betting Previews
This matchup will come down to whether or not Oregon plays well on the offensive side of the ball. Based on Gabriel and James’s play-making ability, they could have some pretty explosive plays that the Penn State defense will find hard to contain. Nevertheless, there are reasons to believe that Penn State will be able to keep the game close, given their balanced attack and past performances, including covering spreads in some big games. Should you believe that the Ducks will win but are not comfortable with the spread, there is an option to bet on them winning outright.
Considering the narrow spread of points, Penn State +3.5 could be a great choice in terms of betting, given that they have a great record already, especially during December. If you are interested in prop bets, consider the over on the total since both teams can be incredibly high scoring and put some points up. This game will be fast and one with a lot of points, but at the end of the day, Tennessee’s depth and their ability to be explosive on offense should outlast all others.
Score Prediction: Oregon Ducks 34, Penn State Nittany Lions 27.
