Betting lines, game preview, and prediction for Penn State vs. Purdue

Penn State is in a great place.

That being said, it might be better for Penn State to be just outside the running for the Big Ten Championship.

That way, if Ohio State and Oregon do what they need to, Penn State will have three weeks off to rest, heal, and get ready for a home playoff game. But first it has to win, and Ohio State can not lose to Northwestern, Indiana, or Michigan.

This game will not be a bother.

There is been some good play by Purdue, but not enough to make up for losses to Oregon and Ohio State. The only good play was a late run at Illinois. Michigan State and Indiana are on the road after this home game.

Penn State vs Purdue: How to Watch and Game Preview

Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Game Time: 3:30 pm ET
How to Watch: CBS
Venue: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN
Teams: Purdue (1-8), Penn State (8-1)

Why Penn State Will Win

For no reason at all should you take any chances.

Penn State should be able to run the ball 45 times, hand it off 45 times, get back on the bus, eat a peanut butter sandwich, and take a nap before their scary game against Minnesota.

Since the beginning of the season, Purdue’s run defense has gotten better, but the defense is still having trouble getting off the field. The best team in the Big Ten at converting third downs is Penn State. The team will keep going, keep things simple, and…

Why Purdue Will Win

Throw something, keep throwing it, and do not stop.

There is a plan and there is no mixing it up. Because Penn State has a strong defense, Purdue will not be able to run the ball much. However, quick throws can hit them.

In the past two weeks, both Will Howard of Ohio State and Will Rogers of Washington were good at throwing short passes. Miller Moss (former USC quarterback) and Braedyn Lock (Wisconsin) both gained yards, and the Purdue quarterbacks need to keep it up.

The only time the team came close was when Ryan Brown threw for almost 300 yards and three touchdowns in Illinois. That will not happen at Penn State, but…

Penn State vs Purdue: Who Will Win?

Penn State needs to think hard if they want this to be close.

Boise will move the ball around a bit, but they will not be able to score. Penn State’s defense will take a hit early on, but they will get a break in the middle.

Then, in the third quarter, they will explode for the win. The Penn State Nittany Lions can push it as far as they want.