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Purdue at No. 5 Iowa: Preview links, video, predictions, how to watch
The Gazette
Nov. 20, 2015 3:48 pm
Iowa can wrap up the Big Ten West title Saturday with a win over Purdue on Senior Day at Kinnick Stadium.
Be sure to wear your winter gear; the first snow of the year will make things messy, but could provide a picturesque scene in Iowa City.
ESSENTIALS
Matchup: Purdue (2-8, 1-5) @ No. 5 Iowa (10-0, 6-0)
Time: 11 a.m.
Radio: WMT-AM (600), KXIC-AM (800), KKRQ (100.7)
TV: ESPN2
Online: WatchESPN (TV provider required)
Forecast: Cloudy, 29 degrees, 34 percent chance of snow at kickoff, Wind: NNW, 18mph
Line: Iowa by 22
Last Year: Iowa 24, Purdue 10
PREGAME READING
2-Minute Drill: Marc Morehouse breaks down Hawkeyes-Boilermakers
Hlas: Bitter day could be so sweet in Kinnick
Feature: Family legacy elevates Iowa tight ends Kittle, Krieger Coble
Injury Report: It's all in the hip for Beathard
The Opponent: Purdue's Hazell inspires despite struggles
Fun Facts: Purdue-Iowa, Astronauts Edition
VIDEO INTERVIEWS
Check out what Coach Hazell had to say about the Hawkeyes at his weekly press conference today. November 17, 2015
Check out what Coach Hazell had to say about the Hawkeyes at his weekly press conference today. #AllAboard #BoilerUp https://t.co/iwwvmjcUOf
— Purdue Football (@BoilerFootball)
PREDICTIONS
Marc Morehouse — You know it's going to be snowy, so 'Call Mr. Plow. That's my name. That name again is Mr. Plow.' Iowa 42, Purdue 14
Mike Hlas — This would be a glorious day for another outdoor college wrestling meet. Iowa 35, Purdue 14
Scott Dochterman — At one point Iowa fans did hate Purdue during the Boilermakers' 20-game win streak from 1961-80. Now it's, 'Howdy, partner.' Iowa 41, Purdue 16
Scott Saville — It's football weather and Iowa will ground and pound in the elements to go to 11-0. Iowa 31, Purdue 17
Beth Malicki — In the spirit of embracing Cedar Rapids schools' new grading system, I give Iowa's performance this year a solid E. Iowa 38, Purdue 20
Bob Brooks — No matter what the weather, this is a red-letter day in Iowa football history, Purdue is better, but not in Iowa's class. Iowa 40, Purdue 10
Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Frankie Williams (24) sacks Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback C.J. Beathard (16) during the first half of a football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette on Saturday, September 27, 2014. (Cliff Jette/The Gazette)

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