Purdue Boilermakers
FILE - In this Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, file photo, Indiana head coach Tom Allen looks toward his players on the sideline during a break in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan in Bloomington, Ind. Allen is coach of the year on the Associated Press All-Big Ten football team. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)
AP All-Big Ten: Ohio State's Fields, Indiana's Allen honored

By Eric Olson Dec. 22, 2020 12:00 PM EST

Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book (12) is pressured by Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry (5) during the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Brian Blanco)
Clemson at Notre Dame 12/19/2020

Dec. 19, 2020 04:37 PM EST

Nebraska wide receiver Wyatt Liewer (85) runs in for a touchdown against Purdue during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Brohm fires defensive coordinator after 1 season at Purdue

Dec. 17, 2020 06:06 PM EST

Iowa defensive back Dane Belton (4) celebrates with teammate Tyler Goodson (15) at the end of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 28-7. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Indiana-Purdue, Michigan-Iowa canceled; bowl also called off

By Michael Marot Dec. 15, 2020 11:01 AM EST

Nebraska linebacker Garrett Nelson (44) celebrates a sack against Purdue during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Short-handed Boilermakers looking for finishing punch

By Michael Marot Dec. 08, 2020 03:17 PM EST

West Virginia coach Bob Huggins talks with Jalen Bridges during the first half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against Gonzaga, Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
The Latest: Michigan State-Virginia hoops postponed

By The Associated Press Dec. 08, 2020 10:46 AM EST

Martinez runs for 2, passes for 1, Huskers top Purdue 37-27

Mark Ambrogi Dec. 05, 2020 04:24 PM EST
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Adrian Martinez got the job done with both his arm and his feet Saturday. Martinez, who was benched as starter...

Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) is sacked by Nebraska linebacker Garrett Nelson (44) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Nebraska at Purdue 12/5/2020

Dec. 05, 2020 01:09 PM EST

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell, right, chases Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 26-20. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Purdue tries to plug leaky run defense with Nebraska up next

By Michael Marot Dec. 03, 2020 06:13 PM EST

Purdue running back Zander Horvath (40) cuts away from Rutgers defensive back Christian Izien (0) during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Special teams blunders proving problematic for Boilermakers

By Michael Marot Dec. 01, 2020 04:39 PM EST

Purdue cornerback Simeon Smiley (29) breaks up a pass to Rutgers wide receiver Bo Melton (18) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Rutgers rallies to knock off Purdue 37-30 behind Langan

By Mark Ambrogi Nov. 28, 2020 08:21 PM EST

Purdue tight end Payne Durham (87) celebrates a touchdown against Rutgers during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Rutgers at Purdue 11/28/2020

Nov. 28, 2020 04:41 PM EST

Michigan's Hassan Haskins (25) dives into the end zone for a touchdown during the third overtime of the team's NCAA college football game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, in Piscataway, N.J. Michigan won 48-42. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Purdue receivers look for right combination against Rutgers

By Michael Marot Nov. 27, 2020 11:09 AM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm, right, before an NCAA college football game in Iowa City, Iowa. Purdue offensive coordinator Brian Brohm went through his usual practice routine this week. He met with his older brother, Jeff, about game planning and the initial play-calling script as he prepared for Saturday's long-awaited season opener against Iowa. Less than a week after the Boilermakers fourth-year head coach tested positive for COVID-19 and was forced into isolation for 10 days, it's the other Brohm taking charge this weekend.(AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, FIle)
COVID-19 remains biggest opponent for Big Ten football teams

By Tom Canavan Nov. 26, 2020 01:22 PM EST

Penn State head coach James Franklin walks the sideline during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game against Iowa in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Bluebloods Penn St., Michigan enter game with case of blues

By Eric Olson Nov. 25, 2020 01:53 AM EST

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Devin Duvernay, left, tries to bring down Tennessee Titans safety Amani Hooker after he intercepted a pass from Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)
The Latest: USC stops training after positive COVID test

By The Associated Press Nov. 24, 2020 04:19 PM EST

Minnesota linebacker Josh Aune (29) holds the ball after he intercepted a Purdue pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 20, 2020, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 34-31. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Purdue seeking answers for strange twists in odd season

By Michael Marot Nov. 23, 2020 05:55 PM EST

Purdue running back Zander Horvath (40) tries to stay in the field of play against Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin (27) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 20, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Late INT helps Minnesota hang on for 34-31 win over Purdue

By Dave Campbell Nov. 20, 2020 11:28 PM EST

Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell is tackled by Purdue safety Brennan Thieneman, left, and linebacker Jaylan Alexander during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 20, 2020, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Purdue at Minnesota 11/20/2020

Nov. 20, 2020 09:15 PM EST

Iowa defensive lineman Zach VanValkenburg (97) sacks Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 13, 2020, in Minneapolis. Iowa won 35-7. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Gophers going through growing pains, as Boilermakers up next

By Dave Campbell Nov. 19, 2020 06:16 PM EST