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USC forced three turnovers and unleashed a potent run game, rolling to a 33-17 win over Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday.
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USC overcomes 3-hour delay and slow start to hold off Purdue for 33-17 victory in Big Ten opener
Jayden Maiava and Waymond Jordan each ran for touchdowns, and Jamaal Jarrett returned an interception 70 yards for a score to lead Southern California past Purdue 33-17 after a weather delay forced the teams to wait more than three hours for kickoff.
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USC vs. Purdue: Where to watch College Football Week 3, odds, prediction, picks, bets, promos
USC is 2-0 against the spread to start the season and has covered the spread with ease, including a 35.5 line in Week 1. Purdue is 1-1 ATS and about to face the Big Ten's most potent offense, which is averaging 676 yards per game. The SportsLine model projects the Trojans will cover the spread in 65% of simulations.
Purdue had opportunities against USC, but three interceptions that ended drives reaching the red zone proved costly.
The Boilermakers were scheduled to honor the 25th anniversary of their Rose Bowl team as they opened Big Ten play. Those plans have been delayed.
What was expected to be a fun Big Ten matchup has unfortunately turned sour for everyone as some bad weather has put the football game on hold. Saturday's mid-afternoon game between the Purdue Boilermakers and visiting USC Trojans was expected to be a little rainy.
As reported by the LA Times’ Ryan Kartje, fans were instructed to evacuate the stadium, and according to a local weather report, they may not be able to return for some time. According to ABC57’s chief meteorologist, Tom Coomes, the game appears to be on track to start at around 5 p.m. ET at the earliest.
The Purdue football team (2-0) faces off with USC (2-0) at Ross-Ade Stadium today. Coming into the game, the Boilermakers are heavy underdogs, according to BetMGM. Will they pull