Purdue at Washington

Saturday, September 18, 1971

Washington beat Purdue 38–⁠35. It was their third meeting; after it, the series stood even at 1–⁠1–⁠1.

AwayPurdue3–⁠7 in 1971
35
HomeWashington8–⁠3 in 1971
38

FinalHigh 77°F, low 53°FAttendance 58,500

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Washington 61% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Washington leads 9–⁠2–⁠1 in 12 meetings, counting the nine since this game.

Recent meetings
2026Washington 38, Purdue 26
2025Washington 49, Purdue 13
2002Purdue 34, Washington 24Sun Bowl
2000Washington 34, Purdue 24Rose Bowl
1990Washington 20, Purdue 14
1989Washington 38, Purdue 9

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