- Matchup: Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Purdue Boilermakers
- Event Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Venue: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN
- Broadcast: Peacock
- Betting Odds: Boilermakers (+26.5)
- Over/Under: 57.5
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The Purdue Boilermakers (1-2) are set to compete against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (3-0) at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The Fighting Irish are favored by 26.5 points according to the bookmakers, with a total line of 57.5 points.
Entering this clash, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish boast an undefeated record of 3-0 for the season. In their previous outing, they faced off against the Michigan State Spartans, clinching a victory with a score of 27-10. Defensively, the Fighting Irish limited their opponents to 44 rushing yards on 27 carries, allowing an average of 1.6 yards per rush. Notre Dame defended well through the air, permitting 9 completions on 18 attempts for 123 yards, resulting in a 50.0% completion percentage. Overall, they executed 67 plays, accumulating a total of 395 yards, including 43 rushing attempts for 161 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
In terms of offensive production, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish average 40.0 points per game. They rank 107th in Division 1 for rushing yards, averaging 130.0 yards per game. So far this year, Notre Dame has accumulated a total of 1,223 yards, scoring 6 passing touchdowns and 7 rushing touchdowns. The team has successfully achieved 64 first downs while incurring 9 penalties for 91 yards and maintaining a clean turnover record.
Defensively, the Fighting Irish have allowed a total of 404 passing yards, ranking 15th in Division 1. They average 134.7 passing yards conceded per game with a completion rate of 60.0%. Overall, they allow 193.0 yards per game, placing them 3rd in the nation for defense. On the ground, they’ve given up 1 rushing touchdown and 1 passing touchdown, averaging only 1.9 yards per carry and 58.3 rushing yards per game this season. In summary, Notre Dame is ranked 5th nationally in opponent scoring, allowing just 7.7 points per game.
As for the Boilermakers, they enter this matchup with a 1-2 record this season. In their latest appearance, they faced a loss against the UCLA Bruins, finishing 52-38. Purdue generated 488 total yards and executed 59 plays, averaging 8.3 yards per play. Despite their efforts, they managed only 63 rushing yards on 28 carries, averaging 2.3 yards per rush. Their defense struggled against the run, allowing 369 rushing yards on 48 attempts, an average of 7.7 yards per carry, while their passing defense permitted a 59.4% completion rate, yielding 276 yards on 19 of 32 attempts.
The Purdue Boilermakers average 488.7 yards per game, ranking 27th in Division 1. Their offense has accrued 180 penalty yards over 23 infractions, placing them 39th nationwide for the impact of penalties. Purdue averages 122.0 rushing yards per game, accumulating a total of 366 yards this season. They’ve thrown 1 interception and lost 2 fumbles, securing 80 first downs. In scoring, the Boilermakers rank 35th in Division 1, averaging 39.3 points per game. Overall, they’ve registered 1,100 passing yards, with an impressive average of 366.7 passing yards per game, ranking 3rd nationally.
Defensively, the Boilermakers allow 36.3 points per game, placing them 128th in Division 1. They have surrendered a total of 621 rushing yards (207.0 per game), including 8 rushing touchdowns. Additionally, they’ve allowed 5 touchdown passes and an average of 239.7 passing yards per game, ranking them 106th in college football. Purdue’s defense has been involved in 194 plays, ranking 75th nationally, and they have recorded no fumbles but have made 1 interception this season, conceding a total of 109 points.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s matchup between the Fighting Irish and Boilermakers against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Boilermakers +26.5
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