The Nittany Lions will play the Wildcats on Saturday, September 30th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Ryan Field. Watch this exciting Week 5 matchup at 12:00 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on BTN.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Paddy O'Parlay
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Recent Meetings
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Team Schedules & Results
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 5 action features a matchup between Penn State and Northwestern taking place at Ryan Field. The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Penn State has a 100.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Northwestern is 98.00.
- Away Penn State - Heading into Week 5, Penn State currently has a 1-0 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
- Home Northwestern - Northwestern has a 2-0 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 5 matchup, they rank 1st in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins. Like the Penn State away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
- Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Penn State ranks 1st (162) in the Big Ten Conference, with Northwestern currently ranking 2nd (96) for points scored in the Big Ten Conference.
- Points Against - Also in 2023, Penn State stands 5th (35) in the Big Ten Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Northwestern sits at 3rd (103) in the Big Ten Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
- Team Records - Penn State has a 4-0 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Northwestern currently 2-2 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.
Paddy O'Parlay
The "Sports Network" talking heads have nothing on my Irish arse!
Hold on to your lucky charms, folks, because the Penn State Nittany Lions are heading to Ryan Field for a thrilling Week 5 showdown against the Northwestern Wildcats on September 30th, 2023!
Get ready for a clash of titans as these two powerhouse teams face off in Northwestern's backyard. The atmosphere will be electric as the Wildcats look to defend their home turf against the undefeated Nittany Lions.
According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Penn State holds a perfect 100.00 rating, while Northwestern trails closely behind with a strong 98.00. It's a battle of the best, and every play will count in this high-stakes matchup.
So far this season, Penn State has dominated the competition, boasting an impressive 4-0 standing. On the other hand, the Wildcats have had their ups and downs, currently sitting at 2-2. But don't be fooled by the numbers, as anything can happen on game day.
If you're feeling lucky, be sure to bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. And while you're at it, why not review this game's prop bets and compare the odds below? It's all part of the excitement of college football, where fortunes can change in the blink of an eye.
Will the Nittany Lions continue their winning streak, or will the Wildcats claw their way to victory? There's only one way to find out, so grab your popcorn and get ready for a thrilling game that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Let the battle begin!
Best Nittany Lions at Wildcats Odds
| Underdog Northwestern | Favorite Penn State |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Northwestern | Favorite Penn State |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
Penn State is a -26.5 -115 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Northwestern is a +26.5 -105 point spread underdog at BetMGM.
The best over line is 47.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 47.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
Penn State is a -10000 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Northwestern is a +1600 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
College Football Odds Example
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Penn State
Northwestern
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | -26.5 -115+26.5 -105 |
Underdog Northwestern - Northwestern bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +26.5 Northwestern underdog bet wins if they lose by 26 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 27 or more.
Favorite Penn State - Penn State bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -26.5 Penn State favorite bet wins if they win by 27 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 26 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Penn State at Northwestern Prop Bets
Important Note: Some states expressly forbid individual college athlete prop bets. The following wagers may not be available depending on your particular state laws.
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Penn State
Northwestern
First Team To Score
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | -500+340Bet |
Penn State
Northwestern
Both Teams Score 10+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes -120No -110Bet |
Penn State
Northwestern
Both Teams Score 20+
9/30/23 12:00pm EDT | Yes +550No -1000Bet |
Recent Meetings Since 2019
| Week | Game | Result | Margin |
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| 2023 Week 5 | Penn State vs Northwestern Saturday, September 30th, 2023 | PSU 41, NU 13 Ryan Field | Penn State by 28 |
| 2022 Week 5 | Northwestern vs Penn State Saturday, October 1st, 2022 | PSU 17, NU 7 Beaver Stadium | Penn State by 10 |
Team Standings
| Team | Conf | Conf% | W | L | PF | PA | Home | Away | Strk |
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| Big Ten East | |||||||||
| #13 Penn State | 7-2 | 0.778 | 10 | 3 | 471 | 175 | 6-1 | 4-1 | L1 |
| Big Ten West | |||||||||
| Northwestern | 5-4 | 0.556 | 8 | 5 | 287 | 293 | 5-1 | 2-3 | W4 |
Penn State & Northwestern Futures Odds
Latest NCAA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn the best College Football bets.
Penn State Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Penn State | +450 Bet |
No NCAA College Football Championship TM Northwestern YR: futures available
Penn State & Northwestern Team Pages
Review each team's season schedule and results, season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
Team Schedules & Results
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | West Virginia vs Penn State | PSU 38, WVU 15 Saturday, September 2nd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | Delaware vs Penn State | PSU 63, DEL 7 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Penn State vs Illinois | PSU 30, ILL 13 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Iowa vs Penn State | PSU 31, IOWA 0 Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Penn State vs Northwestern | PSU 41, NU 13 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 7 | UMass vs Penn State | PSU 63, MASS 0 Saturday, October 14th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Penn State vs Ohio State | OSU 20, PSU 12 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Indiana vs Penn State | PSU 33, IU 24 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Penn State vs Maryland | PSU 51, MD 15 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Michigan vs Penn State | MICH 24, PSU 15 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Rutgers vs Penn State | PSU 27, RUTG 6 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Penn State vs Michigan State | PSU 42, MSU 0 Friday, November 24th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Ole Miss vs Penn State Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl | MISS 38, PSU 25 Saturday, December 30th, 2023 |
| Week | Matchup | Date & Result |
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| Week 1 | Northwestern vs Rutgers | RUTG 24, NU 7 Sunday, September 3rd, 2023 |
| Week 2 | UTEP vs Northwestern | NU 38, UTEP 7 Saturday, September 9th, 2023 |
| Week 3 | Northwestern vs Duke | DUKE 38, NU 14 Saturday, September 16th, 2023 |
| Week 4 | Minnesota vs Northwestern | NU 37, MINN 34 (OT) Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 |
| Week 5 | Penn State vs Northwestern | PSU 41, NU 13 Saturday, September 30th, 2023 |
| Week 6 | Howard vs Northwestern | NU 23, HOW 20 Saturday, October 7th, 2023 |
| Week 8 | Northwestern vs Nebraska | NEB 17, NU 9 Saturday, October 21st, 2023 |
| Week 9 | Maryland vs Northwestern | NU 33, MD 27 Saturday, October 28th, 2023 |
| Week 10 | Iowa vs Northwestern | IOWA 10, NU 7 Saturday, November 4th, 2023 |
| Week 11 | Northwestern vs Wisconsin | NU 24, WIS 10 Saturday, November 11th, 2023 |
| Week 12 | Purdue vs Northwestern | NU 23, PUR 15 Saturday, November 18th, 2023 |
| Week 13 | Northwestern vs Illinois | NU 45, ILL 43 Saturday, November 25th, 2023 |
| Bowls | Utah vs Northwestern Srs Distribution Las Vegas Bowl | NU 14, UTAH 7 Saturday, December 23rd, 2023 |
How to Bet on the Game
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How to Bet on the Penn State vs Northwestern College Football Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Penn State vs Northwestern Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.
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