Purdue football vs. Wisconsin betting odds, TV, injuries in Big Ten matchup
Purdue tries to keep a good thing going as it travels to play the Wisconsin Badgers, an opponent that gives the Boilermakers immense trouble.
Purdue (5-2, 3-1 Big Ten) has won four games in a row, putting them in a tie for the Big Ten West lead with Illinois. But the Boilermakers haven't beaten the Badgers since 2003 and face a 15-game losing streak in the series.
Wisconsin won 30-13 last year in West Lafayette.
This is an unusual time for Wisconsin, which is 1-1 since Jim Leonhard took over for fired coach Paul Chryst. The Badgers (3-4, 1-3) lost 34-28 in overtime to Michigan State last week.
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When does Purdue play Wisconsin?
3:30 p.m. ET Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.
How can I watch Purdue football vs. Wisconsin?
ESPN
How can I listen to Purdue football?
The game can be heard on 96.5 FM in Lafayette and 1260 AM in Indianapolis, with Tim Newton on play-by-play, Pete Quinn and Rob Blackman as analysts, and Mark Herrmann with sideline reporting. It's also available on Sirius XM Channels 392 and 982, and on the Varsity Network.
Purdue football betting odds
Wisconsin is as 2.5-point favorite, according to Draft Kings. The over/under is 51.5 points.
Purdue is 3-4 against the spread, but 2-1 ATS on the road. Five of Purdue's games have gone over, including the last two.
Wisconsin is 3-4 against the spread. After going under the first two weeks, the Badgers have hit the over in every game since.
Purdue football weather
Sunny skies and temperatures in the mid 70s are forecast for Saturday in Madison, Wisconsin.
Purdue, Wisconsin injuries
RB Dylan Downing (foot) is out. ... S Chris Jefferson missed last week to addressed his mental health. ... LB O.C. Brothers missed last week. ... WR Charlie Jones was hobbled during last week's game and is listed as probable. ... Other players who have been out in recent weeks: WRs Broc Thompson and Elijan Canion.
Wisconsin K Vito Calvaruso (leg) is out. ... TE Hayden Rucci (leg), CB Cedrick Dort Jr. (head) and S Hunter Wohler (leg) are listed as questionable.
Purdue keeps passing
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The Boilers pass 61% of the time, 7th most in the nation. They're 316 passing yards per game rank 15th. ... Aidan O'Connell completes 66.3% of his passes for 1,941 yards, 14 touchdowns and 5 interceptions. ... Devin Mockobee has 453 rushing yards, 5 TDs. He had a huge day vs. Nebraska with 178 yards. ... Charlie Jones has 62 catches for 735 yards and 9 TDs. ... Payne Durham has 33 catches for 310 yards and 3 TDs. ... Cam Allen has 3 interceptions. ... Kydran Jenkins has 6 tackles for loss. ... Purdue's average penalty is for 10.7 yards, the most in the nation. That's too many personal fouls or pass interference calls.
Wisconsin mixes it up on offense
Wisconsin runs on 57% of its plays. ... Braelon Allen has 757 rushing yards (5.7 per carry) and 8 touchdowns. ... Graham Mertz has completed 63.5% of his passes for 1,427 yards, 15 TDs and 6 interceptions. ... Chimire Dike has 29 catches for 487 yards and 5 TDs. ... The Badgers convert 28.6% of their fourth-down plays, 120th in the nation. ... John Torchio has 3 interceptions and 3 tackles for loss. ... Nick Herbig has 10 tackles for loss. ... The Badgers average 7.3 penalties for 69.7 yards per game.
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