The Great Purdue-Fresno State Debacle: A Comedy of Errors (and Benjamins)
Ah, college football. A glorious display of athleticism, school spirit, and...accidental financial meltdowns? Buckle up, folks, because we're diving into the bizarre (and frankly hilarious) story of how much Purdue University coughed up after their 2023 season opener against Fresno State.
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The Premise: A David-and-Goliath Matchup (Except David Won...and Cashed In)
Let's set the scene: Purdue, a Big Ten powerhouse, struts confidently into the season, ready to crush some (figuratively speaking) cupcakes. Their first opponent? Fresno State, a valiant but seemingly outmatched foe. Spoiler alert: things didn't quite go according to plan.
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The Upset: Fresno State Says "Hold My Beer" (and Money)
In a display of grit and determination that would make Rudy proud, Fresno State pulled off a stunning upset, dismantling Purdue 39-35. The stands were stunned, the commentators speechless, and Purdue's athletic department? Well, let's just say their wallets were a little lighter.
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The Payday: Purdue Learns a Valuable Lesson About Non-Conference Scheduling
Here's the kicker: in a common practice for these non-conference games, Purdue actually paid Fresno State a cool $1.35 million to come play them. Yes, you read that right. They paid to lose. Insert "surprised Pikachu" meme here.
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This financial blunder became national news, with headlines like "Fresno State Collects $1.35 Million, Lots of Attention for Win at Purdue" and "In Purdue Game, Fresno State Delivers Statement Win in More Ways Than One" (that "one" being the hefty paycheck).
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The Aftermath: Memes, Misery, and Maybe a Little Respect for Fresno State?
The internet, of course, had a field day. Memes flooded social media, with jokes about Purdue accidentally funding Fresno State's next season and recruits witnessing the upset firsthand (not a great look for Purdue).
While Purdue undoubtedly endured some serious post-game blues, one thing's for sure: they probably have a newfound respect for their Mountain West foes.
Fresno State Fan FAQ: How to Celebrate This Glorious Victory (and Financial Windfall)
- How to: Throw the biggest bonfire Fresno has ever seen (with fire safety in mind, of course).
- How to: Stock up on Fresno State Bulldogs gear. You're gonna need bragging rights merch.
- How to: Rewatch the game highlights on repeat. Because, why not?
- How to: Maybe send a friendly (but slightly smug) thank you note to Purdue's athletic department.
- How to: Enjoy the sweet, sweet taste of victory (and a financially secure football program).
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