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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

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2017, file photo, a checkered pattern of colors made by fans is seen at Neyland Stadium during an NCAA college football game between Georgia and Tennessee, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee will be selling tickets for approximately 25% of the seats at Neyland Stadium this season, officials announced Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020. The Volunteers’ first home game is Oct. 3 against Missouri and university officials say restrictions could change during the season based on statewide virus data and recommendations from public health officials.(Michael Patrick/Knoxville News Sentinel via AP, File)
The Latest: USA Luge to look for recruits only in New York

By The Associated Press Aug. 25, 2020 04:39 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 19, 2019, file photo, Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm responds to a question during the Big Ten Conference NCAA college football media days, in Chicago. Brohm believes college football can be played in the spring and next fall. And he even has a formal proposal. Just two days after the Big Ten announced it would postpone all fall sports, Brohm released a seven-page plan that calls for an eight-game conference only spring season followed by 10-game falls season. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Purdue coach proposes running 2 football seasons in 2021

By Michael Marot Aug. 13, 2020 04:50 PM EDT

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

By The Associated Press Aug. 06, 2020 02:37 PM EDT
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: ___ The New Orleans Saints have...

FILE - In this Nov. 25, 2012, file photo, Purdue athletic director Morgan Burke speaks during a news conference in West Lafayette, Ind. Burke, the longest serving athletic director in Purdue history, died at his home Monday, June 15, 2020, after battling a rare disease for the last year. He was 68. University officials said in a statement Burke had been diagnosed with amyloidosis, an ailment caused by an the build-up of an abnormal protein in the body’s organs. (John Terhune/Journal & Courier via AP, File)
Boilermakers' longest-tenured AD, Morgan Burke, dies at 68

Jun. 15, 2020 06:00 PM EDT

Michigan State hires Els, Peagler to football staff

Feb. 24, 2020 09:42 PM EST
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan State hired Ross Els as special teams coordinator and William Peagler as running backs coach. The...

Boilermakers hire Callaway as newest coaching staff member

Feb. 19, 2020 05:08 PM EST
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Purdue coach Jeff Brohm hired longtime assistant coach Neil Callaway as the Boilermakers' new senior analyst Wednesday. ...

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day watches during the second half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game against Wisconsin in Indianapolis. Ohio State is back on top in Big Ten recruiting, with Day wrapping up his first full signing class on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Buckeyes on top in Big Ten recruiting; Huskers best in West

By Eric Olson Feb. 05, 2020 04:32 PM EST

Louisiana Tech's J'Mar Smith (8) reacts during the NCAA college football Independence Bowl against Miami, Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019, at Independence Stadium in Shreveport, La. (Henriette Wildsmith/The Shreveport Times via AP)
Boilermakers hire veteran Diaco as new defensive coordinator

Jan. 02, 2020 06:05 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 23, 2019, file photo, Iowa place kicker Keith Duncan (3) celebrates with teammate Colten Rastetter after kicking a 45-yard field goal during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, in Iowa City, Iowa. Duncan was selected to The Associated Press All-Big Ten Conference team, Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2019. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Ohio State leads the pack in AP All-Big Ten top honors

By Eric Olson Dec. 11, 2019 12:06 PM EST

Indiana running back Sampson James (24) is tackled by Purdue cornerback Cam Allen (18) and linebacker Ben Holt (44) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Boilermakers to name football field after Bob Rohrman family

Dec. 06, 2019 03:26 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields throws against Michigan in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Buckeyes' Justin Fields is Big Ten offensive player of year

Dec. 04, 2019 07:07 PM EST

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 Brycen Hopkins dives into the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Hoosiers hoping to cap season by capturing Bucket at Purdue

By Michael Marot Nov. 29, 2019 04:00 AM 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

Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst congratulates Logan Bruss after a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Taylor runs for 222 in No. 14 Badgers’ 45-24 win over Purdue

By Keith Jenkins Nov. 23, 2019 08:18 PM EST

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, right, looks for an open receiver as Penn State defensive lineman Yetur Gross-Matos chases him during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Penn State 28-17. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 2 Ohio State beats No. 9 Penn State to take Big Ten East

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2019 05:40 PM EST

Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor (23) runs with the ball away from Nebraska linebacker Will Honas (3) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
No. 14 Wisconsin seeks 14th straight victory over Purdue

By Keith Jenkins Nov. 22, 2019 12:29 PM EST

Wisconsin wide receiver A.J. Taylor (4) runs the ball past a tackle attempt by Nebraska safety Marquel Dismuke (19) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
No. 14 Wisconsin looks to extend winning streak vs. Purdue

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2019 04:02 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