Wake Forest edges Purdue 38-36 in double overtime
West Lafayette, Ind. (AP) — In a thrilling double overtime contest, Wake Forest edged out Purdue 38-36 on Saturday. Demon Deacons quarterback Gio Lopez scored a crucial 3-yard touchdown and converted the two-point conversion during overtime to secure the win for Wake Forest (2-0). Purdue's Gio Ijeboi contributed with 114 rushing yards and three touchdowns (1-1).
Lopez completed 16 of 27 passes for 225 yards and two touchdowns, while running for 59 yards. He admitted to making a few mistakes but acknowledged his team's perseverance. Boilermakers coach Barry Odom praised Ijeboi's heart, stating, "He's going to have a monster season for us."
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