Purdue
This page chronicles Purdue's history with the College Football Belt, which passes to any FBS team that defeats the current holder.
Purdue first captured the College Football Belt on 09/28/1968 after vs. Notre Dame (W 37–22). The program has enjoyed 4 total reigns and owns a belt game record of 5-11-0.
Total Reigns: 4
Total Record: 5 - 11 - 0
Win Percentage: 31.3%
Rank by Wins: #53
Rank by Reigns: #29
Belt Reigns
| Start | End | Defenses |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2018 | 10/27/2018 | 0 |
| 10/18/2003 | 10/25/2003 | 0 |
| 09/28/1974 | 10/05/1974 | 0 |
| 09/28/1968 | 10/12/1968 | 1 |
Unsuccessful Challenges (7)
| Game Context | Result |
|---|---|
| Challenge to Michigan Reign 10/31/1981 to 11/21/1981 | 10-28 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Ohio State Reign 10/04/1975 to 01/01/1976 | 6-35 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Michigan Reign 09/23/1972 to 11/25/1972 | 6-9 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Ohio State Reign 10/12/1968 to 11/22/1969 | 14-42 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Notre Dame Reign 10/20/1923 to 11/10/1923 | 7-34 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Chicago Reign 11/19/1921 to 10/28/1922 | 0-12 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |
| Challenge to Ohio State Reign 10/25/1919 to 11/22/1919 | 0-20 (Failed Attempt to Win Belt) |