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Purdue defense changes directions, coordinator Kevin Kane fired after another dismal game

Purdue coach Barry Odom fired defensive coordinator Kevin Kane just nine games into his second stint as the Boilermakers' defensive play-caller

22 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Fame Ijeboi - Returns to game, finishes Week 10 strong Ijeboi (undisclosed) totaled 19 carries for 32 yards and one touchdown and caught all five targets for 35 yards during Saturday's 34-29 defeat to Maryland.

Impact Even though Ijeboi may not average many yards on his carries, he can get a touchdown every now and then, as he did Saturday. The running back exited mid-game with seven carries but added 12 more, one of them getting him his 10th touchdown this year. In that department, Ijeboi will provide value even if his recent yards per carry leave much to be desired.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maryland Terrapins vs Purdue Boilermakers Highlights | FOX College Football

Maryland Terrapins vs Purdue Boilermakers Highlights | FOX College Football

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

Maryland's 2nd half turnaround leads to 34-29 win at Purdue to snap long losing streaks

Malik Washington ran for two scores and threw for two more Saturday as the Maryland Terrapins overcame a sluggish first half to beat Purdue 34-29

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Fame Ijeboi - Sent to locker room vs. Maryland Ijeboi (undisclosed) has been taken to the locker room during Saturday's contest against Maryland, per Tom Dienhart of On3.com.

Impact It's unclear what Ijeboit is dealing with, but it was reported that he was shaken up after a play. Prior to exiting, the running back notched seven carries for 23 yards and hauled in both of his targets for no yards. Backup Antonio Harris is in line for more carries if he remains out.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

De'Nylon Morrissette - Good to go versus Maryland Morrissette (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's game versus Maryland, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Morrissette was expected to return against Maryland, and that will indeed be the case, as he has cleared Purdue's injury report. The wideout will add depth to the Boilermakers' receiving corps.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Asaad Waseem - Grabs less than half of targets Waseem recorded three receptions (on eight targets) for 64 yards during Saturday's 31-17 loss to Penn State.

Impact Waseem gave Purdue its only real downfield threat in the loss at Penn State, though the Boilermakers' offense rarely had the ball long enough for him to make a bigger impact. He leads the team in receiving yards but has just one touchdown, a number that should climb if Browne can get him the ball more consistently. A home date with Maryland, whose pass defense has struggled all season, sets up well for him Saturday.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

De'Nylon Morrissette - Expected to return vs. Maryland Morrissette (undisclosed) is expected to return in Week 10 against Maryland, per Sam King of the Lafayette Journal & Courier.

Impact Morrissette missed the Week 9 loss to Penn State, but the receiver is slated to return to action for the Boilermakers shortly. He's been a relatively minor part of this passing game with eight catches for 125 yards and a score this fall.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Xavier Townsend - Finds end zone in defeat Townsend notched four receptions (on 10 targets) for 46 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-17 defeat against Penn State.

Impact Townsend was Purdue's top playmaker in the loss, getting behind the defense for an early touchdown that answered Penn State's opening score. He led the Boilermakers in catches and was the one receiver Browne consistently found, which reinforces his status as the top option in the passing game. Purdue's lack of a ground attack makes his role even more important, and he'll look to build on his showing Saturday against Maryland.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Fame Ijeboi - Bottled up in loss Ijeboi posted 11 rushes for 20 yards and hauled in 1 of 2 targets for 18 yards during Saturday's 31-17 defeat to Penn State.

Impact Ijeboi was stuck in a difficult spot, as Purdue fell behind early, ran few plays and found no room against a Penn State run defense that had been among the team's biggest weaknesses coming in. The issue was more about the Boilermakers' offensive line than anything he did, with coach Barry Odom crediting Penn State's front seven afterward. He remains the clear lead back after getting nearly all of Purdue's carries, so his volume should be safe Saturday against Maryland.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Browne - Throws two picks in loss Browne completed 10 of 29 passes for 142 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Saturday's 31-17 defeat versus Penn State.

Impact Browne never had a chance to find a rhythm Saturday, as Penn State dominated possession and left Purdue's offense on the sideline for most of the first half. With no running game to lean on, he was forced into obvious passing situations and completed barely a third of his throws. The second interception was the most costly, as Jamison Patton picked him off at midfield in the third quarter of a one-score game and Penn State turned it into points. Browne gets a more manageable spot Saturday at home against Maryland.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

How to watch Purdue vs Penn State: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel The Penn State Nittany Lions (3-4) try to stop a four-game losing streak and pick up their first Big Ten Conference victory of the season wh...

OCTOBER 31 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

De'Nylon Morrissette - Ruled out versus Penn State Morrissette (undisclosed) won't play Saturday's contest versus Penn State, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Morrissette will miss his first game of the season as the Boilermakers face off against the Nittany Lions in Week 9. The 6-foot-1 senior wideout has put together a productive start to the 2026 season, logging eight receptions for 125 yards and a touchdown across seven games. Morrissette's next opportunity to suit up will come in Week 10 against Maryland.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

De'Nylon Morrissette - Unlikely to play Saturday Morrissette (undisclosed) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's clash with Penn State, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Morrissette is trending in the wrong direction after being intially listed as questionable, and now the wideout seems to be unlikely to suit up in Week 9. Morrissette has caught eight passes (on 16 targets) for 125 yards and one touchdown this season. If he's not available, look for Tra'Mar Harris and Jesse Watson to handle expanded roles in the passing game.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

De'Nylon Morrissette - Status murky versus Penn State Morrissette is questionable for Saturday's clash with Penn State, per the Big Ten availability report.

Impact Morrissette popped up on Wednesday's report, putting his status in question for Saturday. The senior has caught eight passes (on 16 targets) for 125 yards and one touchdown this season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

No. 6 Hoosiers try for rebound at Michigan after turning the page on 22-game winning streak

The Indiana Hoosiers started this week like every one in the Curt Cignetti era — breaking down the tape from their previous game, making corrections and studying the next opponent

OCTOBER 21 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

How Backup QBs Are Impacting The Success Or Demise Of College Football Teams

Asaad Waseem - Acts as primary target for Browne Waseem compiled nine receptions (on 16 targets) for 116 yards during Friday's 38-26 loss versus Washington.

Impact Waseem could have grabbed a few more of his 16 targets, but he still managed a prolific yardage total in the loss. Waseem and Xavier Townsend provide reliable targets for Ryan Browne, and both receivers have enough room to post strong fantasy totals each week.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Fame Ijeboi - Bottled up in loss Ijeboi accrued 13 rushes for 19 yards and hauled in all three targets for 23 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 38-26 loss to Washington.

Impact Purdue lost much-needed production from Ijeboi, who has been an offensive spark plug for the Boilermakers. Washgton's defense keyed in on him and limited the sophomore to his worst rushing total of the season.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Browne - Posts respectable line in defeat Browne completed 21 of 41 passes for 273 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Friday's 38-26 defeat against Washington. He also had nine rushes for 15 yards with one t...

Impact While Browne could have been more accurate, it's hard to fault the quarterback for the loss, as he provided enough offense to get the job done. The defense let him down, but hopefully the unit will be more effective for him against Penn State.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Who knew Jim Gaffigan played College Football? 😂

Who knew Jim Gaffigan played College Football? 😂

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Huskies find the win despite FIVE turnovers

Huskies find the win despite FIVE turnovers

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers Highlights 🏈 FOX College Football

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS

Elijah Brown's 3 TD passes help Washington end 3-game skid with 38-26 victory over Purdue

Elijah Brown threw for 302 yards and three touchdowns to help Washington break a three-game losing streak with a 38-26 victory over Purdue

OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Just how Purdue drew it up 🚆

Just how Purdue drew it up 🚆

OCTOBER 17 • FOX SPORTS