Purdue-Iowa Preview Capsule

Posted November 19, 2015 6:00 am

By The Associated Press

Purdue (2-8, 1-5 Big Ten) at No. 6 Iowa (10-0, 6-0, No. 5 CFP), Noon (ESPN2)

Line: Iowa by 21.

Series Record: Purdue leads 46-36-3

WHAT'S AT STAKE

Iowa can clinch the Big Ten West and a berth in the league title game. Purdue can further justify its decision to give coach Darrell Hazell a fourth season with an upset that would shake up the playoff picture.

KEY MATCHUP

Purdue QB David Blough vs. Iowa's secondary. Blough has been a bright spot for the Boilermakers, torching Nebraska for four passing TDs in a 55-45 win. Purdue will likely need Blough to make some big-time throws in a tough environment.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Purdue: RB Markell Jones. Hazell says he's healthy, and that's key for the Boilermakers. The freshman has 692 yards and 8 TDs.

Iowa: CB Desmond King. He leads the nation with eight interceptions and is one of 15 semifinalists -and one of just two defenders - for the Walter Camp Award.

FACTS & FIGURES

Iowa can go unbeaten at home for the first time since 2004 with a win ... Purdue last faced a 10-0 team in 2002, when it threw a major scare into the eventual national champions from Ohio State before losing 10-6 ... Iowa is ranked among the top 10 nationally in time of possession, turnover margin, rush defense, and takeaways.

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