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Penn State Favored to Dominate Purdue in Big Ten Showdown

This article previews the upcoming college football game between fourth-ranked Penn State and Purdue in the Big Ten conference. Penn State is coming off a dominant win after their first loss of the season, while Purdue is still seeking their first conference win. The game is scheduled for noon EST at Ross-Ade Stadium in Lafayette, Indiana. Penn State opens as a strong favorite at -28, with the current line at Penn State -28.5. Stay tuned for Penn State vs. Purdue predictions.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nittany Lions -5882 | Boilermakers +1800
• Spread: Nittany Lions -28.5 (-110) | Boilermakers +28.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 50.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Penn St. will win straight-up is 98%.

Penn St. vs Purdue Stats

Penn St. Nittany Lions

After suffering their first loss of the season, the Nittany Lions bounced back with a dominant win over Washington, propelling them two spots up in the CFP rankings to No. 4 in the nation. The offense put on a show with a 486-yard performance, including 266 rushing yards and 24 first downs. Quarterback Drew Allar threw for 220 yards and a touchdown, while Kaytron Allen rushed for 98 yards and a touchdown. Head coach James Franklin praised his running backs for their performance and depth. On the defensive side, Penn State held Washington to just two second-half field goals, amassing five sacks and only allowing 193 total yards. Abdul Carter stood out with two sacks, bringing his season total to eight. However, the team is dealing with several injuries, with key players like QB Jaxon Smolik and WR Mehki Flowers listed as out. Overall, Penn State ranks 30th in offense, 8th in defense, and holds a 7-1 record this season.

Purdue Boilermakers Analysis

The Purdue Boilermakers have been struggling this season, losing eight straight games by an average of 28.4 points per game. Their offense is ranked #118 in the nation, scoring an average of 20.29 points per game, while their defense is ranked last, giving up an average of 38.43 points per game. The team suffered a 45-point loss to Ohio State in their last game, with their offense only producing 206 yards and 15 first downs. Quarterback Hudson Card has thrown for 1,113 yards, eight touchdowns, and five interceptions this season. Head coach Ryan Walters remains optimistic despite the tough schedule, stating that playing against elite teams provides valuable opportunities for growth and competition. Several players are listed as questionable or out due to undisclosed injuries. The team's power ranking is 128 and their overall record is 1-7 (2-6 ATS). In their previous matchups, Penn St. has gone 0-3 (1-2 ATS) against Purdue.

Penn State Favored to Dominate Purdue in 21st Matchup

The upcoming matchup between the two schools will mark the 21st meeting in their series, with Penn State holding a dominant record of 16-3-1 SU. The teams are currently on opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of performance. Purdue will be facing a Top 5 team for the third time in four games, with a season finale against No. 5 Indiana still on the schedule. Despite a strong effort against No. 23 Illinois, where they lost by a point in overtime, the Boilermakers have struggled against ranked opponents, losing by an average of 46.3 points per game in three other matchups. Penn State's formidable rushing attack is poised for success against Purdue's weak rushing defense, which ranks as the worst in the conference and 16th worst in the country, allowing an average of 199.9 rushing yards per game. With a record of 9-0 SU and 5-3-1 ATS in their last ten games against Purdue, the Nittany Lions are favored to win. A recommended course of action is to take Penn State while giving the point spread.

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