MICHAEL MAROT
FILE- In this Sept. 14, 2019, file image, Nebraska quarterback Noah Vedral (16) throws a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Northern Illinois in Lincoln, Neb. Nebraska began preparing for this week's game at unbeaten Minnesota as if sophomore Vedral would start at quarterback in place of Adrian Martinez, who limped to the sideline at the end of the third quarter of the Cornhuskers' win against Northwestern on Saturday and had ice on his left knee when he came out of the medical tent. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, File)
Hoosiers chasing elusive 6th win but not talking bowl bid

By Michael Marot Oct. 21, 2019 03:38 PM EDT
At Indiana, the countdown is in full swing. The Hoosiers have chalked

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
David Bell's incredible talent jumped right off the high school tape.

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
Purdue's promising future can be seen all over the field. Coach Jeff

Purdue tight end Brycen Hopkins (89) makes a catch against his helmet as he's hit by Maryland linebacker Isaiah Davis (22) 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)
Purdue changes work perfectly in 40-14 victory over Maryland

By Michael Marot Oct. 12, 2019 03:43 PM EDT
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Jeff Brohm switched it up Saturday. He

Indiana's Whop Philyor (1) catches a pass for a touchdown against Michigan State's Tre Person (24) during the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Hoosiers focus on task at hand with reeling Rutgers on tap

By Michael Marot Oct. 11, 2019 03:00 AM EDT
Indiana coach Tom Allen understands the temptation of peeking at the big picture.

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
Purdue coach Jeff Brohm has spent most of this season scrambling for answers on

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
Purdue's offensive line has been a major concern all season. Now coach Jeff Brohm is

Indiana quarterback Michael Penix (9) throws a pass against Michigan State during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in East Lansing, Mich. (AP Photo/Al Goldis)
Hoosiers looking to make adjustments following bye week

By Michael Marot Oct. 07, 2019 05:28 PM EDT
Indiana coach Tom Allen spent most of his bye week watching football.

Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) throws against Minnesota during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Purdue loses Sindelar, Moore for trip to No. 12 Penn St.

By Michael Marot Sep. 30, 2019 01:12 PM EDT
The Purdue Boilermakers got a double dose of bad news Monday. Starting

Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell (7) heads to the end zone past Purdue cornerback Dedrick Mackey (1) after a catch during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Gophers follow near-perfect script in 38-31 win at Purdue

By Michael Marot Sep. 28, 2019 07:14 PM EDT
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan played as close to

Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against TCU in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Boilers hope bye week fixes lead to rebound against Gophers

By Michael Marot Sep. 27, 2019 03:00 AM EDT
Purdue coach Jeff Brohm got back to basics during last week's bye. He

Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey (12) throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Connecticut, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Cronk's injury sends Hoosiers scrambling for replacement

By Michael Marot Sep. 23, 2019 01:34 PM EDT
Coy Cronk anchored Indiana's offensive line for 3½ seasons. Now the

Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against TCU in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Purdue continues to play waiting game on Sindelar's status

By Michael Marot Sep. 23, 2019 01:33 PM EDT
Purdue quarterback Elijah Sindelar already has spent two weeks going through the

Connecticut tight end Jay Rose (91) is tackled by Indiana defensive back Jamar Johnson (22) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Hoosiers, Ramsey bounce back with 38-3 blowout over UConn

By Michael Marot Sep. 21, 2019 03:11 PM EDT
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey understands the art of the

Connecticut running back Kevin Mensah (34) is pursued by Illinois defensive back Tony Adams (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in East Hartford, Conn. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)
Hoosiers, Huskies seek solutions amid quarterback questions

By Michael Marot Sep. 20, 2019 02:55 AM EDT
Indiana coach Tom Allen heads into Saturday's game with some of the same concerns he

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against Ball State during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Indianapolis. Indiana coach Tom Allen says he expects injured quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to be a game-time decision this weekend against Connecticut. Penix missed Saturday’s 51-10 loss because of an undisclosed injury. Allen said at the time that he didn’t expect it to keep Penix out long term.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Hoosiers remain hopeful for QB Penix's return against UConn

By Michael Marot Sep. 16, 2019 03:33 PM EDT
The Indiana Hoosiers hope Michael Penix Jr. returns to action against Connecticut.

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Dobbins, Fields help No. 6 Ohio St. knock out Indiana 51-10

By Michael Marot Sep. 14, 2019 03:35 PM EDT
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — J.K. Dobbins ran for 193 yards and scored twice Saturday

Purdue defensive end George Karlaftis (5) celebrates a Purdue defensive stop against Vanderbilt during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019. Purdue defeated Vanderbilt 42-24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
TCU promises to be ready for either Purdue quarterback

By Michael Marot Sep. 13, 2019 03:00 AM EDT
TCU coach Gary Patterson embraces a good challenge. It's the reason he

Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, left, dives over the goal line past Cincinnati defensive back Darrick Forrest, center, and linebacker Dorian Holloway during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Hoosiers looking for finishing touch against No. 6 Buckeyes

By Michael Marot Sep. 13, 2019 03:00 AM EDT
The Indiana Hoosiers feel like they are watching movie sequels each time they see

Indiana tight end Peyton Hendershot (86) takes the ball into the defense of Eastern Illinois safety Raymond Crittenden (4) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
Indiana finds new ways to take advantage of spread offense

By Michael Marot Sep. 09, 2019 07:02 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is still getting acclimated