Penn State Nittany Lions Aim for First Big Ten Win Against Purdue Boilermakers

The Penn State Nittany Lions will host the Purdue Boilermakers as they look to secure their first win in the Big Ten this season. Both teams enter the matchup with 3-4 records, having recently come off bye weeks.

Penn State's last game resulted in a narrow 21-18 defeat against Michigan. Historically, the Nittany Lions have dominated the series, holding a 17-3-1 record against Purdue, with their last victory over the Boilermakers dating back to 2004. In their most recent encounter in 2024, Penn State emerged victorious.

Purdue, under head coach Barry Odom, has shown improvement this season compared to their previous 2-10 record. They have secured two wins against Big Ten opponents and have notable performances, including a 41-13 victory over Minnesota. However, their defense has struggled, ranking among the worst in the nation, allowing an average of 413.1 yards per game.