Oregon vs. Purdue: Highlights from the Ducks’ Impressive Week 8 Shutout Victory

Oregon’s football team showcased their strength once again in the 2024 college football season, marking a first since 1992.

This past Friday, the No. 2 Ducks achieved a commanding 35-0 shutout against Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana. With this win, they improved to 7-0 and 3-0 in Big Ten competition. The Ducks didn’t falter after their top-3 victory over Ohio State in Week 7. Their performance could even lead them to a potential No. 1 ranking, depending on Saturday’s outcome between Texas and Georgia.

The Boilermakers, with a record of 1-6 and 0-4 in Big Ten play, suffered their sixth consecutive loss. Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel completed 21 out of 25 passes for 290 yards, recorded two touchdowns, and had one interception, while running back Jordan James added 10 carries for 50 yards and two touchdowns.

Oregon’s defense was stellar, restricting Purdue to just 93 passing yards and 301 total yards throughout the contest. Oregon finished the game with a total of 421 yards. They held a commanding 21-0 lead at halftime and maintained control for the rest of the match. Defensive back Kam Alexander intercepted a pass from Purdue QB Ryan Browne in the end zone in the closing moments, securing the shutout for the Ducks.

This shutout marked Oregon’s first road shutout since a 7-0 win over rival Oregon State on November 21, 1992, in Corvallis, Oregon. With this victory, the Ducks lead their all-time series 3-1 and are 2-1 against the Boilermakers in away games.

Next week, the Ducks will face No. 21 Illinois in Eugene, Oregon, while Purdue will prepare to host Northwestern after a bye week on November 2.

Stay updated with highlights from Oregon’s win over Purdue during this Big Ten clash on Friday night in West Lafayette:

Highlights from Oregon vs. Purdue

Score Updates: Oregon vs. Purdue

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TEAM	1st	2nd	3rd	4th	F
Oregon	14	7	0	14	35
Purdue	0	0	0	0	0

Final Score: Oregon 35, Purdue 0

Final Stats: Oregon vs. Purdue

Here’s a breakdown of the quarterbacks’ performances:

Dillon Gabriel: 21 of 25 for 290 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception
Ryan Browne: 9 of 19 for 93 yards, with one interception

Noteworthy statistics include:

Total yards: Oregon 423, Purdue 301
Rushing yards: Oregon 133, Purdue 208
Passing yards: Oregon 290, Purdue 93
First downs: Oregon 23, Purdue 16
Time of possession: Oregon 29:16, Purdue 30:44
Penalties: Oregon 4-25, Purdue 6-40
Turnovers (points off turnovers): Oregon 1 (0), Purdue 2 (0)

Oregon Achieves First Shutout Victory Since 1992

11:22 p.m.: Kam Alexander intercepts Ryan Browne in the end zone, sealing Oregon’s 35-0 shutout victory over Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana, and improving their record to 7-0, with a 3-0 mark in the Big Ten. Dillon Gabriel concluded the game with 290 passing yards, two touchdowns, and an interception, while Oregon’s defense limited the Boilermakers to just 93 passing yards.

This marks Oregon’s first road shutout since 1992 against Oregon State. The Ducks will go on to face No. 21 Illinois in Eugene, Oregon, next week.

Jay Harris Achieves First Career Touchdown for Oregon

11 p.m.: Jay Harris scored his first-ever touchdown on a 12-yard run, extending Oregon’s lead to 35-0 with 8:13 left in the game. The drive comprised eight plays covering 55 yards and took 4:47 off the clock.

Noah Whittington Catches Touchdown Pass from Dillon Gabriel

10:39 p.m.: Dillon Gabriel connected with Noah Whittington out of the backfield with a perfectly timed back-shoulder throw for an 8-yard touchdown, boosting Oregon’s lead to 28-0 with 13:47 remaining in the game. The score was validated after a review.

The scoring drive spanned seven plays for 59 yards and took 3:43 off the clock. Whittington also contributed a 20-yard rush during the drive.

End of the Third Quarter: Oregon 21, Purdue 0

Oregon Retains 21-0 Lead Entering Final Quarter

10:32 p.m.: Oregon did not score in the third quarter but maintained a 21-0 advantage over Purdue as the final quarter approaches. The Ducks will be facing a third-and-5 as they start the fourth quarter from the 22-yard line of the Boilermakers.

10:27 p.m.: Jabbar Muhammad made a pass breakup on a fourth-down throw from Ryan Browne at Oregon’s 41-yard line. The Ducks regained possession, up 21-0, with 2:30 left in the third quarter.

10:15 p.m.: Andrew Boyle missed a 50-yard field goal attempt for Oregon, leaving the score at 21-0. The Ducks reached the Purdue 33-yard line on their first drive of the second half, but could not convert.

Oregon’s Defense Stands Strong to Start the Second Half

10:08 p.m.: Purdue ventures into Oregon’s territory but opts to go for it on a 4th-and-11. Ryan Browne connects with Max Klare for a 4-yard gain, resulting in the Boilermakers turning the ball over on downs. Oregon will take possession starting from their own 38-yard line.

10:00 p.m.: After winning the toss, Oregon chooses to receive the ball first, giving Purdue the opportunity to start the game with a defensive stance.

Halftime: Oregon 21, Purdue 0

Halftime Statistics for Oregon vs. Purdue

Here’s a look at how the quarterbacks measure up at halftime:

Dillon Gabriel: 15 completions on 18 attempts, 228 yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception
Ryan Browne: 3 completions on 6 attempts, 27 yards

Noteworthy statistics include:

Total Yards: Oregon 271, Purdue 135
Rushing Yards: Oregon 43, Purdue 108
Passing Yards: Oregon 228, Purdue 27
First Downs: Oregon 15, Purdue 7
Time of Possession: Oregon 15:13, Purdue 14:47
Penalties: Oregon 2-5, Purdue 2-10
Turnovers (Points Off Turnovers): Oregon 1 (0), Purdue 1 (0)

9:38 p.m.: After Purdue intercepts a pass from Dillon Gabriel, Jeffrey Bassa causes a fumble by Max Klare, which Kobe Savage of Oregon recovers.

Gabriel is sacked to conclude the first half with Oregon leading 21-0.

Kyndrich Bleedlove Picks Off Dillon Gabriel

9:35 p.m.: Kyndrich Bleedlove intercepts Dillon Gabriel just before halftime. Gabriel missed a chance to hit a wide-open Justius Lowe for a first down in Purdue’s half.

9:16 p.m.: Spencer Porath misses a 36-yard field goal attempt, missing the chance to put Purdue on the scoreboard. The Boilermakers decided on a field goal rather than a fourth-and-4 on Oregon’s 18. Ryan Browne made his first two completions of the game on this drive.

Tez Johnson Scores Touchdown, Extends Oregon’s Lead to Three Touchdowns Against Purdue

9:02 p.m.: Tez Johnson catches a 12-yard touchdown pass from Dillon Gabriel, pushing Oregon’s lead to 21-0. Initially ruled short, the call was reversed upon video review.

The drive spanned six plays, covering 99 yards in just 2:19. Gabriel is performing well, completing 12 of 13 passes for 209 yards and one touchdown with 11:42 remaining in the half.

8:53 p.m: Ryan Browne loses 5 yards on a quarterback run during second-and-5. Following an incomplete pass, Purdue is forced to punt. Keelan Crimmins skillfully downs the Ducks at their own 1-yard line following a nice 39-yard punt.

End of the First Quarter: Oregon 14, Purdue 0

8:48 p.m.: Purdue struggles as Oregon commands the first quarter with a 14-0 lead. The Ducks amassed 160 offensive yards, while the Boilermakers managed just 54. Oregon averaged 8.9 yards per play. Purdue opens the second quarter with the ball at Oregon’s 35 facing a second-and-5.

Jordan James Scores Oregon’s Second Touchdown Against Purdue

8:38 p.m.: Jordan James is initially denied a touchdown twice but scores on the third attempt, running 1 yard on fourth-and-goal to give Oregon a 14-0 advantage. Reviews confirmed the calls made for the previous downs. James successfully converted on fourth down.

This scoring drive consisted of 11 plays covering 80 yards and consumed 4:58 of game time.

Matayo Uiagalelei Sacks Ryan Browne, Forces Purdue to Punt

8:19 p.m.: Matayo Uiagalelei sacks Purdue’s quarterback Ryan Browne for an 8-yard loss on third-and-1, leading to a Boilermakers punt. After a 41-yard punt, the Ducks begin their possession at their own 20-yard line.

Jordan James Scores Early Touchdown on Rushing Play for Oregon

8:11 p.m.: Oregon quickly takes a 7-0 lead after Jordan runs in for an 8-yard touchdown. Gabriel connected with Evan Stewart for a 49-yard play during their fifth offensive attempt, setting up the touchdown opportunity.

The Ducks executed a drive consisting of seven plays, totaling 75 yards in just 3:14.

8:03 p.m.: Oregon wins the opening coin toss and opts to receive the ball for the start of the game. Purdue has chosen to defend the southern goal line first. Dillon Gabriel and his team will aim to strike quickly.

Pregame Updates

Injury Reports from Big Ten for Oregon-Purdue Game

7:28 p.m.: Oregon: Out — Jordan Burch; Gary Bryant Jr.; Terrance Ferguson; Jahlil Florence; Dakoda Fields; Khamari Terrell; Kyler Kasper; Zach Grisham; Dave Iuli; Matthew Bedford; My’Keil Gardner

Purdue: Questionable — CJ Smith; Mo Omonode

Out — Hudson Card; Nyland Green; Kam Brown; Winston Berglund; Damarjhe Lewis; Joshua Sales Jr.

Oregon vs. Purdue Game Information

Date: Friday, Oct. 18
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Location: Ross-Ade Stadium (West Lafayette, Indiana)

The matchup between the Ducks and Boilermakers is set for an 8 p.m. ET kickoff on Friday, Oct. 18 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Where to Watch the Oregon vs. Purdue Game Today

TV Channel: FOX
Streaming Options: Fubo (includes free trial) | Sling

The game will air nationally on FOX. Tim Brando is handling play-by-play duties, accompanied by analyst Devin Gardner. Fans can also stream the game on Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers, or through Sling TV.

Oregon-Purdue Uniform Details

4:26 p.m.: In keeping with the game’s “blackout theme,” Purdue will wear black helmets and all-black uniforms. Oregon will don their gold-and-white “Generation O” uniforms, featuring gold helmets paired with white jerseys and pants.

Oregon will also make a fashion statement by debuting new “FEBU” Nike Vapor Edge Dunk cleats during the game.

Oregon vs. Purdue Historical Matchup

Overall Series Record: Oregon has the upper hand at 2-1
Last Victory for Oregon: 2009 (38-36)
Last Victory for Purdue: 1979 (13-7)

Predictions for Oregon vs. Purdue

According to ESPN analytics, Oregon is favored to win against Purdue with a 95% probability, leaving Purdue with only a 5% chance for a surprising upset at home.

Betting Odds for Oregon vs. Purdue

Here are the betting lines and odds from BetMGM as of Friday, Oct. 18:

Point Spread: Oregon -29.5
Over/Under Total Points: 61.5
Moneyline Odds: Oregon (-10000) | Purdue (+1800)

Oregon Football Schedule for 2024

Check out Oregon’s 2024 schedule with game times and TV channels:

All times are in Eastern Standard Time

Saturday, Aug. 31: vs. Idaho (Win, 24-14)
Saturday, Sept. 7: vs. Boise State (Win, 37-34)
Saturday, Sept. 14: vs Oregon State (Win, 49-14)
Saturday, Sept. 21: BYE
Saturday, Sept. 28: vs UCLA* (Win, 34-13)
Friday, Oct. 4: vs. Michigan State* (Win, 31-10)
Saturday, Oct. 12: vs. No. 2 Ohio State (Win, 32-31)
Friday, Oct. 18: vs Purdue* | 8 p.m. | FOX (Fubo)
Saturday, Oct. 26: vs. No. 21 Illinois* | 3:30 p.m. | CBS (Fubo and Paramount+)
Saturday, Nov. 2: at No. 22 Michigan*
Saturday, Nov. 9: vs. Maryland*
Saturday, Nov. 16: vs Wisconsin*
Saturday, Nov. 23: BYE
Saturday, Nov. 30: vs. Washington*
Current Record: 6-0, 3-0 in Big Ten

* Indicates Big Ten conference game

Purdue Football Schedule for 2024

Here’s a look at Purdue’s schedule for 2024, including start times and TV channels: