Penn State vs. Purdue Preview and Score Prediction

Penn State returns home to host Purdue for an evening clash on Saturday, looking to snap a four-game losing streak and secure an elusive first Big Ten win. After a much-needed bye week to regroup, the Nittany Lions have a prime opportunity to right the ship as favorites over the Boilermakers. Here’s everything to know ahead of the matchup. Details and Odds Date: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026 Time: 4:15 p.m. EDT Location: Beaver Stadium (State College, Pennsylvania) TV: Big Ten Network Purdue Record: 3-4 Spread: Penn State -7.5 Series History Penn State leads the all-time series 17-3-1, including an active 11-game winning streak. The two squads split a pair of games in 1951-52, but every other meeting has occurred after the Nittany Lions joined the Big Ten in 1993. Overview and Storylines Tensions are rising in Happy Valley following each consecutive loss to open conference play, but Penn State has a chance to rebound against an up-and-down Purdue squad