Rutgers Football Faces Purdue in First Fan-Present Road Game

Rutgers football is preparing for a road game against Purdue, highlighting its strong defensive and special teams performance, including being third nationally in blocked punts and having a solid ball control game. The Scarlet Knights emphasize their historical significance in college football and recent defensive successes, such as forced turnovers and special teams touchdowns. Meanwhile, Texas Longhorns' recent offensive struggles are compared to their poor performance in 2015 under Charlie Strong, emphasizing issues with play calling and offensive consistency despite some improvements. Purdue faced a heavy defeat against Northwestern, marked by turnovers and penalties, reflecting ongoing performance issues. Additionally, Michigan State football has experienced unusual and historically poor defensive performances, notably giving up 38 or more points in four consecutive games, an unprecedented streak in the program's history.