Notre Dame vs. Purdue Short Report | Sep 14, 2024
Ross-Ade Stadium
West Lafayette, IN
Sep 14, 2024
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Game Recap
Notre Dame delivered an emphatic response to their previous week's defeat, demolishing Purdue 66-7 in what is now the most lopsided loss in the Boilermakers' 137-year history. From the fifth play of the game, the Irish set the tone with a 48-yard rushing touchdown by Jeremiyah Love. Notre Dame's offense, led by quarterback Riley Leonard and running back Love, was unstoppable, accumulating 278 of its 362 rushing yards in the first half alone and reaching a staggering 42-0 lead by halftime.
Leonard, who only played the first half, managed 100 yards rushing and three touchdowns on the ground, effectively securing the victory early. In contrast, Purdue’s offense was anemic, managing only 162 total yards and being outplayed in every facet of the game. Defensive standout performance by Boubacar Traore, including a pivotal pick-six, further cemented the Irish’s dominance. Despite losing key offensive linemen to injuries, Notre Dame's backups seamlessly filled the gaps, maintaining their offensive momentum. The game was a critical rebound for Notre Dame and shined a light on the resilience and depth of the team.
Key Plays:
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Love burst through the Purdue defense for a career-long 48-yard touchdown, setting an aggressive early tempo for the Irish.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Leonard capped an 11-play, 82-yard drive with a 3-yard touchdown run, doubling Notre Dame's lead.
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Leonard showcased his athleticism with a 34-yard touchdown run, dodging several tackles to extend the lead to 21-0.
Boubacar Traore (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Traore intercepted a pass from Hudson Card and returned it 34 yards for a touchdown, putting Notre Dame up 35-0.
Jadarian Price (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Price broke free for a 70-yard touchdown run, ending an explosive first half for the Irish with a 42-0 lead.
Cooper Flanagan (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Flanagan caught a 28-yard touchdown pass from Steve Angeli on the second play of Notre Dame's opening drive of the second half.
De'Nylon Morrissette (Purdue Boilermakers)
Morrissette caught a 5-yard touchdown pass from Hudson Card, finally putting Purdue on the scoreboard at 49-7.
Kevin Bauman (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Bauman caught an 8-yard touchdown pass from Steve Angeli, pushing Notre Dame's lead to 59-7.
Kenny Minchey (Notre Dame Fighting Irish)
Minchey rushed for a 5-yard touchdown, capping off the Irish's dominant performance at 66-7.
Standout Players:
Riley Leonard (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, QB)
Rushed for three touchdowns and completed 11 passes for 112 yards, all in the first half, demonstrating his dynamic dual-threat ability and leading the Irish to a decisive lead.
Jeremiyah Love (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, RB)
Topped his career-best with 109 rushing yards, including a game-opening 48-yard touchdown, setting a dominant tone early for Notre Dame.
Boubacar Traore (Notre Dame Fighting Irish, DL)
Instrumental on defense with a pivotal 34-yard pick-six, plus multiple tackles and a sack, disrupting Purdue's offensive rhythm.
Hudson Card (Purdue Boilermakers, QB)
Despite being under immense pressure, Card managed to complete 11 passes for 124 yards and a touchdown, but also threw two costly interceptions.
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