DraftKings · as of July 8, 2026
Ohio State defeated Purdue 34–10 to secure a comfortable win. Purdue covered by 5.5; Game went Under by 5.5. The market closed at Ohio State -29.5 and the Blue Chip model made it Ohio State -28.4, an edge of 1.1 points toward Purdue.
Ohio State used four straight scoring drives in the second quarter to turn a 3-0 deficit into a 24-3 halftime lead, showcasing their ability to overwhelm opponents with explosive offense.
Smith had a season-high 10 catches for 137 yards and a 35-yard touchdown, tying for sixth on Ohio State's all-time TD list. His consistency as a deep threat will be key against UCLA.
Sayin completed 27 of 33 passes for 303 yards and a touchdown, demonstrating poise and accuracy. His ability to spread the ball will challenge UCLA's secondary.
Starting receiver Carnell Tate was held out pregame due to an undisclosed injury, but coach Ryan Day is hopeful he returns next week. His absence could impact depth against UCLA.
Ohio State held Purdue to 186 total yards and possessed the ball for over 40 minutes, controlling the game's tempo. This defensive efficiency bodes well against UCLA's offense.
At kickoff, conditions at Ross-Ade Stadium were Cloudy, 47°F, wind chill 45°F with winds of 6 mph. Weather is not expected to be a meaningful factor in this game. Historical weather data for this game is preserved in the panel alongside. Weather data is sourced from WeatherAPI.com.
Cloudy
47°F
| Measure | Ohio StateAway | PurdueHome |
|---|---|---|
| This week | 208 miles | 0 miles |
| Last week | Home game | 415 miles |
| Season total | 5,567 miles | 1,738 miles |
| Body clock | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Rest | 7 days | 7 days |
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