Purdue vs. Penn State prediction: Why Penn State is favored to win in college football Week 9 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Purdue vs. Penn State, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives Penn State a 79.0% chance of defeating Purdue. Our predicted final score has Penn State winning 32-21. According to our model, Penn State (-7.5) has a 56.3% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 52.5 points has a 53.7% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Purdue +7.5 (+135) / Penn State -7.5 (-138)
• Moneyline: Purdue +360, Penn State -355
• Total: Over/Under 52.5 (-138/+133)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Purdue +7.5 @ 43¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: Penn State @ 78¢ via Novig
• Total: Under 52.5 @ 43¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 52.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Saturday's college football game between Penn State and Purdue at West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium is scheduled to start at 4:15 PM ET.

• Who: Purdue vs. Penn State
• Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
• Time: 4:15 PM ET/1:15 PM PT
• Venue: West Shore Home Field at Beaver Stadium

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Conclusion

We predict Penn State, with a 79.0% win probability, will likely beat Purdue in Saturday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary College Football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.