Purdue plans to honor its 2001 Rose Bowl team during its home game against USC on Saturday. My Boilermaker readers think that means there will be extra juice in the house at Ross-Ade Stadium.
Is that enough to keep Purdue close?
I have thoughts on that.
Also, Oregon goes on the road, across time zones, for an early kickoff at Northwestern. How much will that travel be a factor? Will Washington State win on the road? What will Oregon State play like at Texas Tech, particularly after a demoralizing loss?
I handicapped 11 college football games in Week 3. I have thoughts, predictions, and opinions on what’s going to happen in those games. I’m looking for my second-straight winning week and surprisingly good performances by some underdogs.
My 2025 record vs. the spread: 11-11 (.500)
My overall record picking games straight up: 12-10 (.545)
My Week 3 picks, thoughts, and predictions…