The Boilermakers started 2-0 despite a slow start defensively. Here's our insider report card.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue football 's locker room erupted with a roar soon after a 34-17 victory over Southern Illinois .

After facing its first deficits of the season in the first quarter, the Boilermakers took control en route to a 2-0 start . How much more they improve from here will determine their chances of increasing that win total.

Grades from a performance good enough to beat a solid FCS program, but only a stepping stone toward what Purdue must be to win in the Big Ten.

Purdue football's passing offense clicked when it counted

Only 23 attempts, which is a testament to how extensively the team leaned on the running game to maintain control. Quarterback Ryan Browne keeps cash

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