We have heard a lot about how Purdue’s offense has been the difference so far this season, but in reality, it is its DEFENSE that has made a huge improvement. Sure, it is still early, but a near road shutout at Missouri was the best defensive performance Purdue has had in years. It was the fewest points given up by Purdue since shutting out Southeast Missouri State in 2011. It was the best defensive performance against a non-FCS team since a 37-3 win over Illinois in 2005.
Let’s look at some of the numbers so far:
· Offensively, Purdue was 11th in the Big Ten last season at 24.