Notre Dame vs. Purdue Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish were primed for a cake walk of a season, before collapsing at home as a four-touchdown favorite last week. Can Riley Leonard and the Fighting Irish bounce back against an explosive Purdue team? Matt McCuen has his sights set on a pick against the spread in Notre Dame vs. Purdue.
Matt McCuen - September 14, 2024, 9:30 AM EDT
5 minNotre Dame vs. Purdue Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Purdue Boilermakers will face off in an old-school rivalry tonight. This rivalry goes back to November of 1896, and the Irish lead the all-time series 57-26-2. Today will be the 88th meeting between these two programs.
Notre Dame is coming off one of their worst losses in program history. After picking up a crucial win in week one on the road against Texas A&M, the Irish lost at home against Northern Illinois as a 28-point favorite. The loss pushed the Irish down the rankings to No. 18.
If Notre Dame can win out the remainder of the season, there is still a solid chance that they could make the College Football Playoff.
Notre Dame vs. Purdue Start Time, Where To Watch, Odds
- Date: Saturday, September 14, 2024
- Game Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: CBS
Notre Dame vs. Purdue Odds
- Spread: Notre Dame -7 (-110), Purdue +7 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 47 (-110), U 47 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Notre Dame (-275), Purdue (+225)
Notre Dame vs. Purdue Prediction
The bottom line is that Marcus Freeman's team will have no margin for error for the rest of the season. Duke transfer Riley Leonard leads the Irish offense. Leonard has thrown for 321 yards and two interceptions over two games.
Jeremiyah Love leads the running game with 170 yards and two touchdowns.
Clemson transfer Beaux Collins has been the top target in the passing game, collecting 107 yards.
The Irish had one of the best defensive teams in college football last season.
Purdue will attempt to pick up a program-changing win today. The Boilermakers know they will face a motivated and hungry Irish team.
Purdue was off last week, but won 49-0 in Week 1 against Indiana State.
Ryan Walters begins year two at the helm for Purdue.Walters led his team to a 4-8 season a year ago. The Boilermakers have not won 10 games or more since 1979.
Texas transfer Hudson Card has thrown for 272 yards and four touchdowns.
Former walk-on Devin Mockobee has rushed for a team-best 89 yards.
Tight end Max Klare was the favorite target of Card in week one, racking up 71 yards and one touchdown.
Purdue’s defense was flawless in Week 1, and will attempt to run back a similar performance this afternoon.
Notre Dame vs. Purdue Pick Against the Spread
I love this bounce-back spot for the Irish today.
After a horrific loss, this talented Irish team will emerge today with a chip on their shoulder and a point to prove. The Purdue offense will struggle against this Irish front, and points will be difficult to come by.
Leonard and the Irish defense are due for a breakout, but they now face a below-average defense. The Irish will roll to a cover today.
Pick: Notre Dame -6.5 -115 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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