Indiana State seeks first win after 44-19 loss at Purdue

The Sycamores face 1-1 Eastern Illinois on Saturday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

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What happened: Purdue outgained Indiana State 523-284 and broke open a 16-6 halftime game with 21 third-quarter points. Jayden Reed caught a 45-yard touchdown pass with 12:44 remaining.

Why it matters: The result dropped Indiana State to 0-2 entering a regional rivalry game. Eastern Illinois is coming off a 59-7 loss at Minnesota.

By the numbers: Indiana State managed 12 first downs while Purdue held the ball for 37:22. The Sycamores have won four of their past seven meetings with Eastern Illinois.

What to watch: Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. ET Saturday at O'Brien Field.

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Indiana State seeks first win after 44-19 loss at Purdue

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