As his first year as a starting college quarterback progresses, Aidan Chiles says he believes Michigan State football remains his right place to grow.

Michigan State football held on by the skin of their teeth in a must-win situation against Purdue on Friday night. The Spartans dominated the Boilermakers in the first half, but needed some key defensive plays late to hold on to the 24-17 victory.

Aidan Chiles' inaugural campaign with the Michigan State Spartans has not exactly been an easy one, as he has thrown 10 touchdowns and 11 interceptions through

Facing fourth-and-4 just shy of midfield on the opening drive of the third quarter, Aidan Chiles took a shotgun snap four yards deep. As the pocket collapsed, the Michigan State quarterback keep moving his feet – another seven yards back to the 37 – before a target came open.

The 19-year-old quarterback has managed pressure both on and off the field, which only increases as the season winds down.