The Series

OSU leads the series 37-13-2 and leads in Columbus 24-5-2. Purdue knocked off OSU last year in West Lafayette, 26-18. Purdue struck first and had the lead at halftime 9-7. Purdue continued to control the game in the third quarter, holding a 23-7 lead going into the fourth quarter. OSU attempted to make a comeback in the fourth quarter with 177 yards, but Purdue held on for the win. It was an ugly game for OSU with five turnovers including three lost fumbles and two interceptions. OSU had nine penalties including a momentum killing 15-yard facemask late in the fourth quarter.