Purdue football vs. Virginia Tech odds, TV, streaming, players to watch
Purdue football hits the road to face Virginia Tech as it seeks its first victory under coach Ryan Walters.
The Boilermakers fell to Fresno State 39-35 in a renovated Ross-Ade Stadium as the visiting Bulldogs scored with 59 seconds remaining. The Hokies beat Old Dominion 36-17 in their opener.
Purdue quarterback Hudson Card completed 17-of-30 passes for 254 yards and 2 touchdowns to Deion Burks (4 catches, 152 yards). The Boilermakers, fighting multiple injuries at center, had trouble running inside. Devin Mockobee gained 60 yards and scored a TD. Tyrone Tracy Jr. had 2 touchdowns (1 rushing, 1 kickoff return).
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The Boilermakers couldn't contain Fresno State's passing game, particularly on third downs, allowing 371 yards and 4 touchdown passes. Freshman safety Dillon Thieneman was busy with a team-leading 10 tackles and an interception.
Grant Wells completed 17-of-29 for 251 yards and 3 touchdowns against Old Dominion, 2 of them to Ali Jennings (5 catches, 72 yards). The Hokies held Old Dominion under 100 passing yards, though it allowed 201 rushing yards.
Virginia Tech won the only meeting between the programs, in 2015.
Purdue vs. Virginia Tech start time today
Noon ET Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Blacksburg, Va.
What channel is Purdue vs. Virginia Tech on?
TV: ESPN2
Radio: 96.5 FM in Lafayette, 1260 AM in Indianapolis
Streaming options: SiriusXM Channels 205 and 968, Varsity Network, ESPN+, Fubo, Paramount+, Sling
Purdue vs. Virginia Tech betting odds
Virginia Tech is a 3-point favorite, according to Draft Kings. The over/under is 48 total points. Money line: Purdue +124; Virginia Tech -148.
Purdue vs. Virginia Tech weather
Scattered storms are possible in Blacksburg, Virginia, with temperatures in the 70s.
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