Purdue Hosts Thrilling Game 8 Football Match

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On October 25, 2025, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights will face off against the Purdue Boilermakers in West Lafayette, Indiana. The match will be broadcasted at noon ET on the Big Ten Network.

Purdue Hosts Thrilling Game 8 Football Match

Rutgers, currently standing at 3-4, will look to improve its record as it embarks on its ongoing stretch of four out of five games played away from home. This marks an unprecedented occasion as it is the Scarlet Knights’ first return to Ross-Ade Stadium since their previous visit in 2020, where they played without fans present.

Team Performance and Rankings

Rutgers holds several impressive national rankings:

Third in blocked punts with three this season.
Tenth in time of possession at 33:02 minutes.
Tenth in fewest penalty yards at 34.4 per game.
Thirteenth in first downs with a total of 174.
Twenty-first in fewest turnovers lost, recording just six.
Twenty-fifth in passing offense, averaging 276.1 yards.

Under head coach Greg Schiano, the Scarlet Knights have blocked an impressive total of 76 kicks since his arrival, including 46 punts and 17 field goals. They have maintained a solid record of 20 wins out of 22 games when not committing turnovers.

Key Players to Watch

Several players from Rutgers will be crucial in this match:

Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis: Ranks seventh in Rutgers history with 4,560 passing yards.
Running Back Antwan Raymond: Leads the team with 10 touchdowns.
Wide Receiver KJ Duff: Leads the team with four receiving touchdowns.

The defensive squad is also noteworthy, featuring DB Jett Elad, who leads the team with 44 tackles and has one interception. The forceful defensive lineup could potentially impact the game’s outcome.

Historical Context and Previous Meetings

This matchup will be the third meeting between Rutgers and Purdue, with the Scarlet Knights leading the series 2-0. In their last encounter, Rutgers overturned a halftime deficit to claim a victory in 2020, showcasing their strong second-half performance.

Notably, Rutgers emerged victorious in their initial meeting with a close score of 14-12, demonstrating the competitive spirit between the two teams.

Upcoming Schedule

Following the match against Purdue, Rutgers will head on the road to face No. 23 Illinois on November 1, 2025. Fans will be eager to see if the Scarlet Knights can carry momentum from this game into their next challenge.

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