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The Ugly Numbers Behind Purdue's Dreadful Defensive Start Purdue's defense is one of the worst in the country statistically. Here are some of the ugly numbers behind the 1-3 start for the Boilermake...

22 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

Fame Ijeboi - Stifled in loss Ijeboi tallied 12 carries for 41 yards and gathered in 2 of 3 targets for six yards during Saturday's 49-10 defeat to Notre Dame.

Impact Ijeboi found no room to run against Notre Dame, following the same script plaguing most of the offense in Week 4. He should be able to turn things around against Illinois, which allowed Ohio State running backs to run all over them last week.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Townsend - Non-factor in blowout loss Townsend had five receptions (on seven targets) for 16 yards during Saturday's 49-10 loss versus Notre Dame.

Impact Townsend scored some targets but couldn't do much with them against Notre Dame's stern defense. The talented senior will loook to turn things around next week against Illinois.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Asaad Waseem - Regresses against Irish Waseem gathered in all four targets for 34 yards during Saturday's 49-10 defeat to Notre Dame.

Impact Purdue's offense wilted against an oppressive Notre Dame defense, and the roster produced no standout performances. Wasee will hope for a change in fortune against Illinois next week.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

First Look at Illinois Football Week 5 Opponent: Purdue Boilermakers The Illini have made a big switch on the sideline and will look for it to pay off in a rivalry matchup against the Boilermakers

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Most Important Quotes From Purdue Coach Barry Odom's Week 5 Press Conference Barry Odom addressed Purdue’s 1-3 start and the Boilermakers’ upcoming matchup with Illinois. Here are the biggest quotes and takeaways from...

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Ryan Browne - Massive regression against Irish Browne was 18-for-28 passing for 111 yards during Saturday's 49-10 loss to Notre Dame. He also had six rushes for -23 yards.

Impact Browne's numbers took a nosedive against an imposing Notre Dame defense, and the rest of the offense suffered as a result. The Boilermakers had very little success in all aspects of the offense, and things won't get much easier as the team barrels headlong into the conference schedule. Browne's numbers could be slightly better next week against Illinois.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

5 Thoughts From Purdue's Disastrous 49-10 Loss to No. 3 Notre Dame The Boilermakers looked completely outmatched on Saturday against Notre Dame. Here are a few takeaways from the blowout loss.

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Purdue vs. No. 3 Notre Dame Live Blog & Updates With News, Analysis, Highlights Purdue and Notre Dame renew their rivalry on Saturday. Follow along as Purdue Boilermakers On SI provides live coverage from Ross-Ade Stadiu...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Purdue Confidence Meter: Can the Boilers Upset No. 3 Notre Dame? It's been nearly two decades since Purdue last beat Notre Dame. Can the Boilermakers pull off a major upset at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday?

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

George Burhenn - Out for Saturday Burhenn (undisclosed) is not dressed for Saturday's game versus Notre Dame, Tom Dienhart of On3.com reports.

Impact Burhenn is dealing with some sort of undisclosed injury, one that is keeping him out of Saturday's contest. He has five catches for 80 yards and one touchdown through three games this season so he will be missed in the difficult matchup. His next chance to play is next Saturday at Illinois.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Spoilers? 3 Things Purdue Must Do to Help Its Upset Chances vs. No. 3 Notre Dame Do the Boilermakers have any shot at pulling off an upset of Notre Dame on Saturday? Here are three things that must happen for Purdue to ha...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

How to Watch Purdue vs. No. 3 Notre Dame With TV, Radio, Forecast, Stats & Preview The Boilermakers host the Fighting Irish, a team they haven't beaten since 2007. Are there any hopes for a massive upset in West Lafayette o...

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Purdue's struggling defense faces a big challenge against No. 3 Notre Dame's high scoring offense

Kevin Kane came back to Purdue to fix one of the nation’s worst defenses

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

4 Boilermakers Among Top Offensive Big Ten Players Through Week 3 Purdue's offense has produced at a high level through the first three games, resulting in a few players being among the Big Ten's statistica...

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Asaad Waseem - Logs massive yardage total in loss Waseem gathered in 8 of 13 targets for 149 yards during Saturday's 52-38 loss against UCLA.

Impact Xavier Townsend had the big touchdown total, but Waseem had a monstrous game thanks to a great passing performance from Ryan Browne. While Purdue's passing game is on fire, their defense isn't cooperating, and that'll be a problem next week as they take on Notre Dame at home

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Townsend - Stellar line in loss Townsend reeled in all six targets for 162 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 52-38 loss against UCLA.

Impact Townsend posted an incredible number and worked seamlessly alongside Asaad Waseem, who also excelled in the loss to UCLA. If only Purdue's defense could cooperate, the Boilermakers would be very competitive, as their passing game is humming right now.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Browne - Steady production not enough Browne completed 19 of 30 passes for 378 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 52-38 defeat against UCLA.

Impact Browne threw for 378 yards, but his defense let him down and couldn't contain Wayne Knight and Nico Iamaleava. Browne has put up some stellar lines this season, but he faces an uphill battle against Notre Dame and its imposing defense.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Quarterly Report Card: Grading Purdue Football Through 3 Games Purdue is 25% of the way through its 2026 season and is now 1-2. What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Boilermakers so far?

SEPTEMBER 21 • SI.COM

Notre Dame-Purdue: Initial Thoughts as the Irish Chase a 4-0 Start Notre Dame is looking to move to 4-0, but ahead of it is a trip to old, in-state rival, Purdue. And the Boilermakers are much improved on of...

SEPTEMBER 21 • SI.COM

Hammering Down: Barry Odom Must Take Control of Purdue's Defense Purdue's defense can't get third-down stops, has surrendered 1,100 yards the last two weeks and has cost the Boilermakers two winnable games...

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

Purdue Boilermakers vs UCLA Bruins Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

SEPTEMBER 20 • FOX SPORTS

Wayne Knight leads balanced UCLA offense past Purdue 52-38 in high-scoring Big Ten opener

Wayne Knight ran for 177 yards and two touchdowns, Nico Iamaleava threw two of his three touchdown passes to Semaj Morgan, and UCLA defeated Purdue 52-38 in the Big Ten opener for...

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Fame Ijeboi - Scores twice in loss Ijeboi totaled 17 carries for 47 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 52-38 defeat versus UCLA.

Impact Although Ijeboi found the end zone twice, UCLA's run defense kept Ijeboi mostly in check, limiting him to only 2.67 yards per carry in the loss. The Hoosiers still performed as a cohesive unit despite the loss, and they'll need to use it to boost morale as they face a tough home matchup against Notre Dame next week.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Wayne Knight runs for 7-yard TD, extending UCLA's lead over Purdue

SEPTEMBER 20 • FOX SPORTS

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Purdue's struggling defense faces a big challenge against No. 3 Notre Dame's high scoring offense

Purdue Boilermakers vs UCLA Bruins Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

Wayne Knight leads balanced UCLA offense past Purdue 52-38 in high-scoring Big Ten opener

Wayne Knight runs for 7-yard TD, extending UCLA's lead over Purdue