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FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2019, file photo, Minnesota wide receiver Rashod Bateman (13) runs the ball down the field for a touchdown against Penn State during an NCAA college football game, in Minneapolis. Bateman has decided to opt back in to the 2020 football season in light of the Big Ten’s resumption of fall competition. That's contingent on the star junior gaining the necessary eligibility clearance. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs, File)
Bateman back for Minnesota, but no Parsons for Penn State

By Ralph D. Russo 8 hrs ago

FILE - In this March 12, 2020, file photo, Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren addresses the media in Indianapolis. The Big Ten’s plan to play football this fall includes trying to save lives in the future. The conference announced Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, it would have a football season this fall. The Big Ten is setting up a cardiac registry to study the effects COVID-19 has on student-athletes' hearts. Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren said it will help all students, surrounding communities, and the entire nation. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Big Ten teams start sprint toward unusual football season

By Michael Marot Sep. 17, 2020 03:01 AM EDT

The Latest: Saints have two on COVID-19 reserve list.

By The Associated Press Aug. 06, 2020 02:37 PM EDT
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Indiana defensive back Jamar Johnson (22) intercepts a pass in the end zone intended for Purdue wide receiver Jackson Anthrop (33) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ramsey helps Hoosiers reclaim Bucket with win over Purdue

By Michael Marot Nov. 30, 2019 04:30 PM EST

Purdue's Aidan O'Connell throws during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Old Oaken Bucket still top prize for Hoosiers, Boilermakers

By Michael Marot Nov. 25, 2019 05:35 PM EST

Purdue kicker J.D. Dellinger (85) celebrates after kicking the winning field goal during the final seconds of the second half of an NCAA college football game against Northwestern, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Evanston, Ill. Purdue won 24-22. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)
Purdue hits road in must-win situation to earn bowl bid

By Michael Marot Nov. 18, 2019 05:53 PM EST

Purdue wide receiver David Bell (3) runs in for a game-winning touchdown against Nebraska in the final minute of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. Purdue defeated Nebraska 31-27. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Boilermakers name O'Connell starting QB with Plummer out

By Michael Marot Nov. 04, 2019 05:16 PM EST

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) dives in for a touchdown against Purdue during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019. Purdue defeated Nebraska 31-27. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Injury-plagued Purdue scores late, beats Nebraska 31-27

By Jim Johnson Nov. 02, 2019 04:01 PM EDT

Indiana head coach Tom Allen, left, and Nebraska head coach Scott Frost chat before an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
Purdue, Nebraska looking for turnaround week amid tailspins

By Michael Marot Nov. 01, 2019 02:00 AM EDT

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez (2) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Indiana in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
Purdue sticks with Plummer as starting QB vs Huskers

By Michael Marot Oct. 28, 2019 04:14 PM EDT

Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm, center, watches from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa. Iowa won 26-20. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Improving Illini defense creates big challenge for Purdue

By Michael Marot Oct. 25, 2019 02:00 AM EDT

Purdue wide receiver David Bell, center, catches a pass between Iowa defenders Jack Koerner, left, and Matt Hankins, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
WR David Bell's fast start has Boilermakers thinking big

By Michael Marot Oct. 21, 2019 02:53 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver David Bell, center, catches a pass between Iowa defenders Jack Koerner, left, and Matt Hankins, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
No. 23 Iowa holds off Purdue 26-20

By Luke Meredith Oct. 19, 2019 03:27 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver Milton Wright (17) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Jack Plummer (13) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
No. 23 Iowa looks for bounce back vs. banged-up Purdue

By Luke Meredith Oct. 18, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck, left, talks with wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell (7) after a defensive pass interference call on Illinois in the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Ohio State, Wisconsin take top midseason awards in Big Ten

By Eric Olson Oct. 17, 2019 03:42 PM EDT

Purdue wide receiver David Bell (3) tries to get past Maryland defensive back Deonte Banks (33) as he picks up 30-yards on a catch during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. Purdue defeated Maryland 40-14. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Michigan's hopes in East could hinge on visit to Penn State

By Eric Olson Oct. 17, 2019 02:11 AM EDT

Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm watches the action against Penn State in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019. Penn State defeated Purdue 35-7. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Purdue's youth provides preview of potentially bright future

By Michael Marot Oct. 14, 2019 03:11 PM EDT

Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) carries the ball into the end zone for a 12-yard touchdown against Rutgers during the third quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday Oct. 5, 2019, in Piscataway, N.J. (Andrew Mills/NJ Advance Media via AP)
Purdue, Maryland looking for answers in key midseason game

By Michael Marot Oct. 11, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, left, outruns the Michigan State defense to score a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 10 Penn St. facing night road test against No. 17 Iowa

By Eric Olson Oct. 10, 2019 03:00 AM EDT

Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm watches the action against Penn State in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019. Penn State defeated Purdue 35-7. (AP Photo/Barry Reeger)
Purdue may shake up offensive line after Penn St debacle

By Michael Marot Oct. 07, 2019 05:48 PM EDT