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In Week 7 of college football, Northwestern faces off against Maryland in a matchup that pits two teams with struggling offenses. Northwestern's offense, led by quarterback Jack La, has been a disappointment, averaging just 104th in yards per play and 125th in success rate. However, La has shown flashes of promise, and with a stronger pass rusher, he may be able to make some plays against Maryland's secondary, which is its only weakness.

Maryland's offense, led by quarterback Billy Edwards Jr, has been decent, but its numbers are skewed by dominant performances against lower-level opponents. Against Power Five teams, the Terrapins have averaged just 268.2 passing yards per game, 6.83 yards per attempt, and 42.4% success rate. Northwestern's pass defense has been a problem, ranking 83rd in yards allowed per pass attempt, 126th in success rate, and 75th in effective pass defense.

While Northwestern's offense is likely to struggle against Maryland's strong defensive front, its defense may be able to generate pressure and cause problems for Edwards. The Wildcats' pass rush has been effective, ranking 26th in pass blocking grade, and the Terrapins' offensive line has struggled in pass protection, ranking 127th in the nation. Overall, this matchup pits two teams with struggling offenses and defenses, making it a tough one to predict.