Illinois dominated Purdue 43-27 in a high-scoring Big Ten showdown at Ross-Ade Stadium, pulling away with 24 unanswered points in the second quarter after trailing early. Kaden Feagin punched in two rushing touchdowns while kicker David Olano was perfect, connecting on five field goals to help the Fighting Illini maintain their lead throughout the second half. Despite a valiant effort from Purdue's Ryan Browne, who passed for a 60-yard touchdown and added a rushing score, the Boilermakers couldn't overcome Illinois' balanced offensive attack.