Pre-Game Quick Hits: No. 3 Notre Dame @ Purdue

Key Points:

• Purdue has historically struggled against Notre Dame, with only 26 wins overall; under coach Joe Tiller (1997-2008), Purdue won five times and consistently finished .500 or better but never reached 10 wins in a season.
• Notre Dame's recent defensive performance is strong, allowing an average of just 193 total yards per game through three games in 2025, the best start since 1975, and holding opponents under 100 rushing yards in four consecutive games.
• The Irish have a 13-game winning streak with double-digit margins, the longest active streak in the FBS and the longest in Notre Dame history, surpassing Knute Rockne's record.
• Notre Dame's defense is highly effective in the red zone, allowing only one touchdown on five red-zone visits, ranking fifth nationally, and has limited sacks against QB CJ Carr to just two in three games.
• Notre Dame has maintained a strong national ranking, being in the top 25 for 49 consecutive games, currently ranked No. 3 in 2025, and has shown resilience with notable wins and recoveries after losses in recent seasons.