Opening Spread Released for Notre Dame-Purdue Game

Purdue (1-0) will play the role of underdog heading into Saturday's game against Notre Dame (1-1). The Fighting Irish are a 10.5-point favorite over the Boilermakers, according to FanDuel.com.

Notre Dame is coming off a devastating home loss to Northern Illinois, falling 16-14 in front of a home crowd in South Bend. The Huskies converted on a 35-yard field goal attempt by Kanon Woodill to pull off the upset.

It was a huge blow to the College Football Playoff hopes of the Fighting Irish.

The Boilermakers enjoyed an off week after defeating Indiana State 49-0 in the season opener on Aug. 31. Quarterback Hudson Card tied an FBS record, completing 24-of-25 passes (96%) for 273 yards and four touchdowns in the blowout victory.

Purdue hasn't had much luck against the Irish recently. The Boilermakers have lost six straight games to the in-state rival, with the last victory coming in 2007 — a 33-19 win in Ross-Ade Stadium.

The Boilers and Irish last played in 2021, with the Irish posting a 27-13 victory in South Bend. Notre Dame also won the last meeting at Ross-Ade Stadium 31-24 in 2013.

Kickoff between Purdue and Notre Dame is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET at Ross-Ade Stadium. The game will air on CBS.

Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change

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