- Matchup: Purdue Boilermakers vs Michigan Wolverines
- Event Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Venue: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
- Broadcasting on: BTN
- Betting Odds: Wolverines favored by 21.0 points
- Total Points: Over/Under at 51.5
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This exciting clash at Michigan Stadium features the Michigan Wolverines (5-2) going against the Purdue Boilermakers (2-6) on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The Boilermakers enter this contest as 21.0-point underdogs according to betting analysts. The total points are set at 51.5.
The Purdue Boilermakers, currently standing at 2-6 this season, faced the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in their last game, where they fell short with a score of 27-24. During that matchup, they executed 51 plays, accumulating a total of 345 yards. Purdue managed to rush for 217 yards on 28 carries, achieving an impressive average of 7.8 yards per rush. However, they allowed 184 rushing yards on 48 attempts, averaging 3.8 yards per carry. In terms of passing defense, Purdue surrendered 19 completions on 27 attempts totaling 359 yards, culminating in a completion rate of 70.4%.
On the offensive front, the Boilermakers are averaging 22.9 points per game. They generate around 141.6 rushing yards, positioning them at 86th in Division 1. Throughout the season, they have accumulated 3,102 total yards. In scoring, Purdue has recorded 12 touchdowns through the air and 10 on the ground. They’ve also achieved 170 first downs and faced 42 penalties totaling 420 yards. Ball security has been a concern, with 16 turnovers this season.
On defense, Purdue ranks 92nd in college football, allowing 27.8 points per game. They have given up 3.9 yards per carry, totaling 149.0 rushing yards per game this season, accumulating 1,192 rushing yards after 8 games. In the air, the Boilermakers have allowed a staggering 1,965 yards, positioning them 115th nationally, with an average of 245.6 passing yards relinquished per game and a completion rate of 61.5%. Overall, they have yielded 394.6 yards per contest, ranking them 97th in Division 1, conceding 9 air touchdowns and 13 ground touchdowns.
The Wolverines come into this game with a 5-2 record this season. Their most recent game ended in a 31-20 victory over the Michigan State Spartans. In that contest, Michigan gathered 362 yards on 66 plays, averaging 5.5 yards per play. They excelled in the run game, averaging 5.6 yards per carry, culminating in 276 rushing yards from 49 attempts. On defense, they allowed 115 rushing yards on 38 attempts (3.0 yards per carry) and their pass defense conceded 190 yards on 19 completions out of 34 attempts, achieving a completion percentage of 55.9%.
The Michigan Wolverines average 410.9 yards per game, placing them 53rd in college football. They have accrued 324 penalty yards on 35 infractions, ranking 120th nationally in this statistic. They generate approximately 220.1 yards rushing per game, totaling 1,761 yards for the season. With 3 interceptions and 3 lost fumbles, they have also gained 162 first downs. In terms of scoring, the Wolverines are 69th in the country with an average of 29.0 points per game. Additionally, they have achieved 1,526 aerial yards this season, averaging 190.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 103rd in college football.
The Wolverines boast an impressive defense, allowing only 17.4 points per game, which puts them 19th in D-1. They have permitted a total of 764 rushing yards (95.5 yards per game) and 8 rushing touchdowns this year. Through the air, they’ve allowed 9 passing touchdowns and an average of 212.0 passing yards per game, ranking them 55th nationally. The Wolverines’ defense has been involved in 527 plays, which ranks them 85th in Division 1. They have achieved 4 fumble recoveries and 11 interceptions so far this season, conceding a total of 139 points.
Who will emerge victorious in this clash between the Boilermakers and Wolverines and cover the spread?
Prediction: Select the Wolverines -21.0
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