Nebraska defeats Purdue 28-10 behind Raiola's strong performance

In a Big Ten Conference matchup on Saturday afternoon, Nebraska faced off against Purdue in West Lafayette, Indiana. The game started slowly, with both teams struggling to score in the first half, leaving Nebraska trailing 3-0 late in the third quarter. However, the Cornhuskers turned the tide with a series of strong plays, scoring 28 unanswered points to secure a 28-10 victory. Dylan Raiola played a pivotal role, throwing for 257 yards and a touchdown, while the Nebraska defense limited Purdue to just 50 rushing yards. The turning point came when Raiola connected with Jahmal Banks for a 6-yard touchdown pass, giving Nebraska a 7-3 lead. This momentum continued as Dante Dowdell added a 1-yard touchdown run, extending the lead to 14-3. Purdue managed to score a late touchdown, but it was not enough to change the outcome. The Boilermakers struggled throughout the game, hampered by 13 penalties totaling 165 yards, which included multiple pass interference calls. Nebraska's performance marked a significant improvement from previous games, particularly in their running game, which gained 161 yards in the second half. Coach Matt Rhule praised his team's resilience, noting their ability to maintain composure despite facing tough calls in the first half. Meanwhile, Purdue's coach Ryan Walters expressed frustration over the penalties that plagued his team. This victory improved Nebraska's record to 4-1 overall and 1-1 in the conference, while Purdue fell to 1-3 and 0-1 in Big Ten play, marking their third consecutive loss.