CORVALLIS — The Oregon State Beavers defeated the Purdue Boilermakers 38-21 Saturday night at Reser Stadium, improving to 3-1 heading into their first bye week of the season. It was a nice rebound performance for the Beavers after their lopsided loss to the rival Oregon Ducks. Here are eight takeaways from the victory:

Play of the game: Oregon State linebacker Zakiah Saez’s 20-yard interception return for a touchdown after a Purdue pass deflected off the target’s leg. Setting the tone: The Oregon State defense stepped up to force a turnover on Purdue’s first possession of the game after the Boilermakers were gifted excellent field position.