Following their win over the Colorado Buffaloes, the Nebraska Cornhuskers were thought to be blue sky. Since that NCAA Football Betting win, the Big Red beat FCS Northern Iowa but flopped in the Big Ten opener against Illinois. Now, the Cornhuskers have a tricky road game against the Purdue Boilermakers. A loss at Purdue would damage Nebraska’s credibility. Thus, Husker head coach Matt Rhule must keep the team grounded and focused. Last week, Nebraska was a big disappointment in its loss on FOX Friday prime time and wants to redeem itself.
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Purdue Boilermakers NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, September 28, 2024, noon ET |
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| Location: | Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN |
| TV Coverage: | Peacock |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Nebraska | -10 -110 | 46½ -105 | -380 |  |
| Purdue | +10 -110 | 46½ -115 | +310 | |
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Nebraska Cornhuskers Team Overview
Last game, the Nebraska Cornhuskers lost 31-24 against the Illinois Fighting Illini as 9.5-point home favorites. The game went over the offshore bookmaker total of 42.5. Nebraska has a record of 3-1 straight up, 3-1 against the spread, and 1-3 over/under the total. Nebraska ranks 67th for total offense, 45th for passing, 87th for rushing, and 60th for scoring. Defensively, they rank 30th overall, 59th against the pass, 24th against the rush, and 19th for points allowed. Also, Nebraska ranks 40th for fewest turnovers lost and 47th for takeaways.
The Illini beat the Cornhuskers in Lincoln for a third straight time. Correlate that they spoiled the celebration of their 400th consecutive sellout at Memorial Stadium. In turn, Nebraska has dropped 25 straight games to Top 25 teams since 2016. As a result, they are 8-31 in one-possession games since 2018.
The teams traded touchdowns in the second half before the Illini went 75 yards in nine plays to tie it 24-all. Namely, Altmyer threw 6 yards to tackle Brandon Henderson on a fourth-and-2 for the touchdown with 10:36 left in regulation. It was the 6-foot-5, 335-pound Henderson’s first career reception. Nebraska punted and missed a field goal on its last two possessions of regulation. First, John Hohl, kicking in place of the injured Tristan Alvano, missed wide left from 39 yards with 2:59 to play.
Subsequently, Illinois’ Kaden Feagin ran for 21 yards on the first play of overtime before Altmyer found Bryant for a 4-yard touchdown. Nebraska’s possession was a disaster as Raiola was sacked three times, including on fourth down to end the game. In sum, Altmyer threw for 215 yards, and Bryant had five catches for 74 yards and two touchdowns. Raiola passed for 297 yards and three touchdowns and was intercepted once. Jahmal Banks caught eight balls for 94 yards and Isaiah Neyor had four catches for 90 yards and two TDs.
Purdue Boilermakers Team Overview
Last game, the Purdue Boilermakers lost 38-21 against the Oregon State Beavers as 2-point road dogs. The game went over the total of 51. Purdue has a record of 1-2 straight up, 1-2 against the spread, and 2-1 over/under the total. Purdue ranks 95th for total offense, 110th for passing, 49th for rushing, and 92nd for scoring. Defensively, they rank 94th overall, 9th against the pass, 132nd against the rush, and 119th for points allowed. Also, Purdue ranks 80th for fewest turnovers lost and 132nd for takeaways.
Nebraska at Purdue SBG Free Picks
Nebraska will be a popular choice as the more respected and public betting on college football using crypto brands. In Sum, Purdue is an outclassed NCAA Football Betting program.
Nebraska at Purdue SBG Best Bet: Nebraska Cornhuskers.