The only reason this game is a pick-em game right now is because of recency bias. Carson Edwards scored 42 points and the Vols almost blew a 25 point lead. Yet, Purdue looked like trash against ODU and Edwards only scored 11 points, going 4-17 before being ousted in the Big 10 Tourney.
This is a rematch of last season when Tenn BEAT Purdue. Except, while all 5 of Tennessee's starters returned, Purdue lost 4 of theirs. Aside from Edwards, all the guys starting tomorrow were bench players in last season's match! Purdue is dependent on one player, while we are well balanced. I don't see why this game should be close, let alone a loss.
Tennessee - 80
Purdue - 68