Devin Mockobee ran for more than 100 yards and two scores. That was after Purdue's defense settled in and the Boilers gained the lead with their passing attack.

Still, those issues in the first quarter that allowed Southern Illinois to lead need to be cleaned up or other opponents will take advantage.

Purdue did not punt in this game, the first time that has happened in almost a decade.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue football completed the non-power conference phase of its schedule with a methodical 34-17 victory over Southern Illinois .

Barry Odom took care of business as a heavy favorite — heck, he even covered — in his first two games as the Boilermakers ’ coach.

A new reality begins Sunday morning as the calendar turns to a visit from USC. Those first 15 minutes will reveal more a

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