PURDUE BOILERMAKERS RUMORS & GOSSIP

Robert Marve Returning to Purdue Next Season Causes More Problems Than Solutions

The Purdue Boilermakers' revolving door at quarterback will continue to spin in 2012 as much if not more than it did in 2011 due to the NCAA's decision Friday afternoon to grant fifth-year senior Robert Marve a sixth year of eligibility. "I am extremely blessed by the NCAA's decision and proud to be at Purdue for another season," Marve said. "I'...
Via Sports-at-Work  |  January 14, 2012

Purdue QB Marve granted sixth year (AP)

Purdue says that the NCAA has awarded Purdue quarterback Robert Marve a sixth year of eligibility, and he will play for the Boilermakers in 2012. Marve missed all of the 2007 season, his true freshman year at Miami. He eventually transferred to Purdue and played just four games in 2010 after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in this left knee in the second quarter of a 31-20...
Via Rivals.com  |  January 13, 2012

VIDEO: Purdue Defeates Western Michigan in the Little Ceasar’s Pizza Bowl

In what will go down as one of the wildest bowl games played this year, the Purdue Boilermakers defeated Western Michigan, 37-32, in the Little Ceasar’s Pizza Bowl. Western Michigan scored on the first points of the game on a flea flicker, then faked the extra point and scored the 2-point conversion. More trick plays from both sides followed, including 2 successful on-side...
Via The Hair of the Dog Sports Blog  |  December 28, 2011

Kicking Game Spurs Purdue to Bowl Win

Purdue recovered two onside kicks and Raheem Mostert returned a kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown before halftime to give Purdue a big lead, holding on for a victory over Western Michigan.
Via New York Times Sports  |  December 27, 2011

Purdue edges WMU in Little Caesars Bowl

Purdue recovered two onside kicks and Raheem Mostert returned a kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown before halftime to give Purdue a big lead, and the Boilermakers held on to beat Western Michigan 37-32 Tuesday night in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl.
Via CBSSports.com  |  December 27, 2011

Purdue beats Western Michigan 37-32 in Pizza Bowl

Purdue recovered two onside kicks and Raheem Mostert returned a kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown before halftime to give Purdue a big lead, and the Boilermakers held on to beat Western Michigan 37-32 Tuesday night in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl.
Via Sign on San Diego  |  December 27, 2011

Little Caesars Bowl Preview – Purdue Boilermakers vs Western Michigan Broncos

Purdue Boilermakers (6-6) vs. Western Michigan Broncos (7-5) On December 27, the Purdue Boilermakers will play the Western Michigan Broncos in the Little Ceasars Pizza Pizza Bowl. Purdue (6-6 B1G) is a 2.5 point favorite to beat Western Michigan (7-5 MAC). Purdue finished the year with a .500 record in the B1G including wins over a ranked Illinois team and Ohio State. However...
Via College Football Section  |  December 24, 2011

Dwayne Beckford Arrested for Drunk Driving on December 16th

Dwayne Beckford is perhaps the Boilermakers’ most physically talented linebacker. He looks like he’s made of steel and the junior had 90 tackles, 3 sacks, and one interception this season. However, Dwayne Beckford may not be a part of the Purdue football team after his latest run-in with the law. Beckford was arrested at 3:57 a.m. on Friday morning for suspicion of driving...
Via Rant Sports  |  December 17, 2011

Purdue's Beckford arrested on suspicion of OWI

Purdue starting linebacker Dwayne Beckford was arrested early Friday on suspicion of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Via ESPN  |  December 16, 2011

Purdue WR Ross suspended indefinitely

Purdue wide receiver O.J. Ross has been suspended from the team indefinitely for violating team policy and rules. Coach Danny Hope announced the move Tuesday in a news release. He did not offer additional details. The sophomore from Ormond Beach, Fla., had 33 receptions for 356 yards and three touchdowns for the Boilermakers this season. Hope said Ross' status for the Dec...
Via AP on Fox  |  December 06, 2011

Purdue's Bolden (torn ACL) to miss bowl game

Purdue starting running back Ralph Bolden has suffered a torn ACL that will end his season.
Via ESPN  |  December 04, 2011

Purdue 33, Indiana 25

Ralph Bolden scored one touchdown, Caleb TerBush threw for another and Carson Wiggs made three field goals Saturday to lead Purdue past Indiana 33-25 for the Old Oaken Bucket. The victory makes Purdue (6-6, 4-4 Big Ten) bowl-eligible for the first time under coach Danny Hope. But the Boilermakers are not guaranteed a bowl spot because 10 Big Ten teams are eligible for the league...
Via AP on Fox  |  November 26, 2011

TerBush leads Purdue in upset of No. 23 Illinois

Caleb TerBush passed for 178 yards and two touchdowns to help Purdue upset No. 23 Illinois 21-14 on Saturday afternoon.
Via ESPN  |  October 22, 2011

Purdue 45, Minnesota 17

Akeem Shavers caught a touchdown pass and ran for another score to help Purdue beat Minnesota 45-17 on Saturday. Caleb TerBush completed 14 of 21 passes for 140 yards and a score and O.J. Ross caught five passes for 63 yards and a TD for the Boilermakers (3-2, 1-0 Big Ten).
Via minnesota.scout.com  |  October 08, 2011

Purdue coach fine with Marve's tweet

Purdue football coach Danny Hope says he had no issue with a critical tweet from quarterback Robert Marve. Marve stepped in for starter Caleb TerBush in the second quarter of Purdue's 38-10 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday. Hope said after the game that TerBush had a better command of the offense, and Marve played outside the system at times when he didn't need to. On his...
Via AP on Fox  |  October 04, 2011
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