After a five hour weather delay that interrupted Purdue’s early momentum in the game, the Boilers were able to stave off the momentum built by a 17 point Hokie comeback to win 24-17.
To start the game, the Boilers marched down the field to take a 7-0 lead off a Devin Mockobee 15 yard touchdown off their initial possession of the game. Purdue was able to keep the Hokies off balance with Card finding five different receivers in the first two drives before weather forced the delay. Purdue was driving down the field before the weather forced the teams to the locker rooms and fans scrambling to find cover from severe weather.