Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers Predictions October 16, 2026
Purdue will beat Washington 30-24, with Fame Ijeboi’s rushing production giving the Boilermakers the strongest matchup advantage against a defense that struggled against Iowa. Purdue -3.5 (-110) is the best bet, supported by that rushing matchup and Purdue’s latest defensive performance. Confidence is medium because Washington showed a credible passing response after its quarterback injury. The total of 52.5 is a Pass.
Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers prediction and best bet
Purdue’s advantage starts on the ground. The Boilermakers rushed for 305 yards against Minnesota on Oct. 10, while Washington surrendered 263 rushing yards to Iowa the previous night. Those performances favor Purdue in the matchup most likely to shape this game, although different opponents make the comparison an indicator rather than a direct measure of the gap.
The best bet is spread: Purdue -3.5 (-110). A productive rushing attack offers a reasonable route to winning by at least four points. Washington’s passing response against Iowa keeps the projected margin competitive, so this is an ordinary edge with medium confidence.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game time: Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET, 5 p.m. PT.
Location: West Lafayette, Indiana. Washington visits Purdue in this 2026 college football matchup.
Broadcast: FOX.
Records: Washington is 3-3 overall and 0-3 in Big Ten play. Purdue is 3-3 overall and 2-1 in conference play.
SportsJaw odds: Washington +3.5 (-110), Purdue -3.5 (-110); Washington moneyline +145, Purdue moneyline -170. Total: Over 52.5 (-105), Under 52.5 (-115).