USC vs. Purdue: Viewing Details for College Football Week 3, Betting Odds, and Predictions
The Purdue Boilermakers will challenge the USC Trojans in a critical matchup this Week 3 in college football, with insights on betting odds and predictions.
Two undefeated teams are set to clash in the college football scene as the USC Trojans take on the Purdue Boilermakers this week. This matchup marks their first encounter since 1998, notably when USC came out on top against a Purdue squad led by Drew Brees, who would eventually become a Super Bowl winner. Both teams started the season strong with decisive victories: USC triumphed over Missouri State and Georgia Southern, while Purdue bested Ball State and Southern Illinois.
Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, aired on CBS and Paramount+. In the latest odds from SportsLine, USC is favored by 20.5 points, with the total score set at 59.5 points. For precise insights, consider checking the projections from the SportsLine Model before making any betting decisions. New users on Paramount+ can avail a free one-week trial. Sign up here.
Viewing Details for USC vs. Purdue
- When: Saturday, Sept. 13
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- TV: CBS
- Stream: Paramount+
- Follow Along: CBS Sports App
Betting Insights
Odds: USC -20.5, Over/Under 59.5
In Week 1, USC showcased their offense with a remarkable 73-13 victory against Missouri State, with quarterback Jayden Maiava throwing for 295 yards and two touchdowns. He continued his stellar performance in Week 2, completing 412 yards and four touchdowns, leading all quarterbacks with 16.8 yards per pass. This upcoming game will be his biggest challenge against Purdue’s defense.
The Boilermakers also enjoyed a perfect start, winning both matches, including a shutout against Ball State (31-0) and another win over Southern Illinois (34-17). First-year head coach Barry Odom seems to be revitalizing a team that only secured one win last season, aiming for a 3-0 beginning, something they haven’t achieved since 2004.
Model Predictions for USC vs. Purdue
The Trojans are currently 2-0 against the spread and have surpassed it each time, including a line of 35.5 in Week 1. Purdue stands at 1-1 ATS, facing off against the potent USC offense that averages 676 yards per game. The SportsLine model predicts that the Trojans will successfully cover the spread in 62% of simulations.
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