Purdue defeats Indiana State in season opener at Ross-Ade Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Purdue secured a 44-19 victory over Indiana State at Ross-Ade Stadium on September 4, 2026. The Boilermakers utilized a new offensive scheme, featuring early rushing production from Fame Ijeboi and multiple completions from quarterback Ryan Browne. Despite the final margin, the team faced challenges with penalties throughout the contest, including a holding call that negated a 63-yard touchdown run by Ijeboi. Purdue coaching staff now have eight days to review game film and implement adjustments. The program is set to prepare for an upcoming matchup against Wake Forest.
- •Purdue won 44-19 against FCS opponent Indiana State in West Lafayette.
- •Ryan Browne threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Chauncey Magwood.
- •Jacobo Echeverria-Lozano opened the scoring for Purdue with a 39-yard field goal.
- •The team struggled with penalties, including a holding call that wiped out an Ijeboi touchdown.
- •Purdue prepares to face Wake Forest in eight days.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue 44 Indiana State 19: Forest Fire
"Purdue got the lopsided victory eventually, but did we learn anything?
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