Purdue's Make-or-Break Wake Forest Test | Wake Forest Football News

Purdue football’s tough non-conference slate, anchored by a Saturday showdown against Wake Forest—favored by the betting public—could be the defining moment of their season. With a 21-game losing streak against Power Four teams and a legacy of Jeff Brohm’s tenure still weighing on them, the Boilermakers are facing a brutal test under new coach Barry Odom. While some see these games as necessary proof they’re turning things around, others warn it’s setting them up for failure. The athletic department chose to stick with the schedule despite costly alternatives, making this Wake Forest matchup not just a challenge—but potentially the win that signals real progress. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2853934c24f028ec