It has taken less than two years, but Purdue Boilermakers head coach Ryan Walters is on the hot seat. And he may not survive to see a third season. A strong sign that Walters is feeling Betting on College Football desperation came when he fired his offensive coordinator, Graham Harrell. This week brings no relief to Walters. Specifically, his putrid Purdue team will host the dynamic Oregon Ducks in a Friday night game. Oregon was a hot pick in the preseason future market and has lived up to expectations. Purdue is coming off a painful loss at Illinois.
Oregon Ducks vs. Purdue Boilermakers NCAAF Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Friday, October 18, 2024, 8 p.m. ET. |
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| Location: | Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IN |
| TV Coverage: | FOX |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Oregon | -27 -115 | 59 -105 | -3000 |  |
| Purdue | +27 -105 | 59 -115 | +1250 | |
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Oregon Ducks Team Overview
Last game, the Oregon Ducks won 32-31 against the Ohio State Buckeyes as 3.5-point home dogs. The game went over the offshore bookmaker total of 54.5. Oregon has a record of 6-0 straight up, 2-4 against the spread, and 3-3 over/under the total. Oregon ranks 19th for total offense, 15th for passing, 65th for rushing and 29th for scoring. Defensively they rank 19th overall, 35th against the pass, 29th against the rush, and 30th for points allowed. Also, Oregon ranks 33rd for fewest turnovers lost and 75th for takeaways.
The people who have said the 12-team College Football Playoff undercuts the regular season are wrong. Correlate that they needed to be in Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore., on Saturday night.
The No. 3 Oregon Ducks beat the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes, 32-31, in the first top-3 matchup in Autzen Stadium history. Consider that the Ducks as the home underdog for the first time since 2018. Namely, Oregon coach Dan Lanning and quarterback Dillon Gabriel upset Ryan Day’s Buckeyes. In turn, Oregon fans stormed the field at Autzen Stadium. The last time Oregon faced the Buckeyes in 2021, the Ducks also won in the Horseshoe with a major upset of 35-28.
The Ducks are the only compelling counterpoint to the Texas Longhorns in the “Who’s No. 1?” debate. Now, they are in the pole position in the oldest and richest conference, which is their new home, the Big Ten. Oregon has the best win of any team nationally to date.
Of course, few sports are still guided by an old money vs. nouveau riche ethos as much as college football. In this matchup, Ohio State is the established blueblood with national championships that are older than most of its fans. In comparison, Oregon is a 30-year phenomenon built on Nike money, uniform flair, and a flashy offense.
Purdue Boilermakers Team Overview
Last game, the Purdue Boilermakers lost 50-49 in overtime against the Illinois Fighting Illini as 22.5-point road dogs. The game went over the total of 47.5. Purdue has a record of 1-5 straight up, 2-4 against the spread, and 4-2 over/under the total. Purdue ranks 107th for total offense, 109th for passing, 72nd for rushing, and 101st for scoring. Defensively they rank 122nd overall, 85th against the pass, 126th against the rush, and 129th for points allowed. Also, Purdue ranks 76th for fewest turnovers lost and 125th for takeaways.
Oregon at Purdue SBG Free Picks
Oregon will draw massive Betting on College Football action in this matchup as the power brand. Purdue has no mass appeal as a terrible team for 2024.
Oregon at Purdue SBG Best Bet: Oregon Ducks.