Penn State, Purdue identities on collision course Thursday eveningby:Nate Bauer•12/05/24•NateBauerBWIRead In AppNick Kern and the Nittany Lions will be challenged by a Purdue program built around toughness on Thursday evening. (© Alex Martin/Journal and Courier / USA TODAY NETWORK)Set to face a Purdue program with an established identity in contrast with Penn State's, Mike Rhoades is eager to emulate its winning culture.