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Illinois Football: Bounce back opportunity for Illini against Purdue’s defense

Purdue defensive end George Karlaftis (5) dives but misses Illinois quarterback Brandon Peters (18) during the first quarter of a NCAA football game, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019 at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette. Cfb Purdue Vs Illinois

The Illinois football offense struggled mightily against the Wisconsin Badgers’ defense in the season opener.

What should we expect from Purdue’s defense on Halloween day?

It is safe to say the Wisconsin defense gave Illinois quarterback Brandon Peters and the Fighting Illini offense a lot of trouble last Friday night as they failed to put up a single point.