The upcoming college football game between the Northwestern Wildcats (3-5) and Purdue Boilermakers (1-6) is critical for both teams, particularly for Purdue, which is winless in conference play. Northwestern is coming off a disappointing 40-14 loss to Iowa, while Purdue had a bye week to strategize and return players to health. The game, set for November 2, features Northwestern as a slight favorite by 1 point, with the over/under set at 46.5 points. Both teams have struggled offensively, but Purdue plans to utilize a two-quarterback system with Hudson Card and Ryan Browne to enhance their performance. Northwestern's coach, David Braun, acknowledges the need for significant improvement following their recent defeats. The match-up is seen as a chance for both teams to salvage their seasons and gain momentum heading into the final stretch.