Spread Released for Purdue vs. Michigan — Boilermakers Massive Underdogs Again
In this story:
When the Boilermakers hit the field in Ann Arbor on Saturday, they will be doing so as major underdogs. Michigan has opened up as a considerable favorite for next weekend's Big Ten clash.
Per FanDuel Sportsbook, Michigan is a 20.5-point favorite over Purdue. The Boilermakers have not opened as a favorite against a Power Four opponent this season. The only time Barry Odom's team was a favorite was in the season opener against Ball. State. No spread was released for the Boilers' Week 2 game against Southern Illinois.
Purdue is on a six-game losing streak, having lost to USC, Notre Dame, Illinois, Minnesota, Northwestern, and Rutgers. The Boilermakers have had their chances to get wins this season, but costly turnovers and penalties have spoiled those opportunities.
The Boilers will enter Saturday's game on a 14-game Big Ten losing streak. The team's last win over a conference opponent came on Nov. 25, 2023, a 35-31 victory over Indiana.
Michigan, on the other hand, sits at 6-2 after a win over in-state rival Michigan State on Saturday. The Wolverines are 4-1 in Big Ten play and have posted back-to-back wins. They defeated Washington on Oct. 18.
Kickoff between Purdue and Michigan is set for 7 p.m. ET and the game will air on Big Ten Network.
Purdue vs. Michigan history
Michigan has dominated both the all-time series and recent matchups against Purdue. The Wolverines lead the Boilermakers 47-14 and have won six straight head-to-head matchups, dating back to 2010.
Purdue last found success against Michigan in 2008 and 2009, winning back-to-back games against the Big Ten power. The Boilermakers defeated the Wolverines 48-42 in West Lafayette in 2008 and earned a 38-36 win in Ann Arbor in 2009.
The two teams last met in 2023 at Michigan Stadium, a 41-13 victory for the Wolverines. They also played in the 2022 Big Ten Championship Game. Although Purdue put up a tough fight for three quarters, Michigan pulled away late to win its second consecutive conference championship, defeating the Boilers 43-22 in Indianapolis.
Since 2000, Michigan has an 11-3 record against Purdue.
Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem and wants help, call 1-800-GAMBLER.
Related stories on Purdue football
SHOULD PURDUE TRY A NEW QB: A late-game fumble by quarterback Ryan Browne was the deciding play in Purdue's 27-24 loss to Rutgers. Is it time for the Boilermakers to make a change? CLICK HERE
WHAT BARRY ODOM SAID: Purdue suffered its sixth straight loss on Saturday, falling 27-24 to Rutgers. Here's what Barry Odom said after another disappointing loss for the Boilers. CLICK HERE
Dustin Schutte is the publisher of Purdue Boilermakers on SI and has spent more than a decade working in sports journalism. His career began in 2013, when he covered Big Ten football. He remained in that role for eight years before working at On SI to cover the Boilermakers. Dustin graduated from Manchester University in Indiana in 2010, where he played for the men's tennis team.
Follow SchutteDustin