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Purdue football lost 21-16 to Michigan, extending its Big Ten losing streak to 15 games.

Despite the loss, the team's competitive performance is seen as a sign of program progress under coach Barry Odom.

Key defensive plays, including two red-zone takeaways, highlighted the potential of Purdue's players.

ANN ARBOR, MI — You can see Purdue football 's potential — in the immediate present, not the distant future — and you don’t need to squint.

Purdue could not scrap its way to a shocker of a victory in the Big House on Saturday. The 21-point underdogs hung around, forcing Michigan to keep the ball away in the final minutes. A 21-16 loss extended a seven-game losing streak this season and a 15-game Big Ten losing streak dating back to last season.

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