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<\/a>Big Ten Conference 2011-2012 Football Previews: Purdue Boilermakers In fact, the team\u2019s starting quarterback, running back, and best wide receiver all missed the majority of the season. <\/p>\n The Boilermakers finished 2009 with quite a bit of promise, but they simply sputtered to a 2-6 record in the Big Ten in 2010. There is still some talent here, but there are quite a few holes as well. <\/p>\n The defense returns nine starters, but they lost Ryan Kerrigan, who was the star of the defense. Can this team stay healthy and surprise some people in 2011?<\/p>\n Purdue\u2019s offensive line returns four out of five starters from last year. This is a group that has a great deal of experience, and I believe they\u2019ll prove to be an area of strength for this team. Despite the injuries suffered last season, this unit only allowed 18 sacks. <\/p>\n They should be good in 2011.<\/p>\n The Boilermakers are very deep at the linebacker spot. Purdue is extremely high on youngster Will Lucas. Dwayne Beckford and Joe Holland should get the starting nod once again, and Chris Carlino is a solid player who should get some significant playing time.<\/p>\n The running back position was a real problem last year, but Purdue should be in much better shape this season in the backfield. Ralph Bolden is healthy again, and he is a very talented runner. <\/p>\n In addition to Bolden, the Boilermakers also have another potential star in Akeem Shavers, who is a junior college transfer.<\/p>\n Purdue is lacking in depth when it comes to the wide receiver position. The Boilermakers lost a couple very talented wideouts when Keith Smith and Cortez Smith graduated after last year. Antavian Edison is the team\u2019s leading pass receiver, and he hauled in 32 catches a year ago. [soliloquy id=”82219″]<\/p>\n Purdue is hoping for a breakout year from Justin Siller, but there a ton of question marks with this group.<\/p>\n Can the defensive line replace a guy like Ryan Kerrigan? Purdue has quite a bit of depth on the defensive line, but Kerrigan was the reason why they were able to pressure the quarterback so well. The secondary was average last year, but they benefited from a terrific pass rush. <\/p>\n If there isn\u2019t much of a pass rush in 2011, it could make life pretty difficult on the secondary.<\/p>\n Who will the starting quarterback be? Robert Marve was the starter at the beginning of last year, but he is in a battle with Rob Henry for the job right now. Marve is the better passer, but Henry is a very good runner. <\/p>\n There will likely be quite a few questions surrounding the quarterback position this year, and controversy doesn\u2019t typically lead to success.<\/p>\n The Boilermakers got a break when it comes to the schedule in 2011. Purdue won\u2019t have to play Nebraska or Michigan State. The Boilermakers non-conference schedule is easy outside of a date at home with Notre Dame.<\/p>\n There are quite a few unanswered questions regarding this team, but with a soft schedule I think they have a decent shot to reach a bowl game. The defense will need to step up and win some games for the Boilermakers. <\/p>\n I\u2019ll predict that they get to a bowl game and then lose and finish 6-7.<\/p>\n 2011 Purdue Boilermakers Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n 9\/3\/11\t 12:00 PM ET\tMTENN College football preview guide for the 2011 Big 10 Conference Purdue Boilermakers CFB betting season. 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\nHead Coach: Danny Hope
\n2010 Record: 4-8
\nPurdue Gambling Odds from JustBet to win BCS: +15,000 (Part of Field)
\nPurdue Odds from JustBet to win Big Ten Leaders Division: +1,400
\nPurdue Odds from JustBet to win Big Ten Conference Championship: +5,000<\/strong>
\n Purdue Team Page – Players Stats – Roster – 2011 Schedule –><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n**BETONLINE – THE BEST SPORTSBOOK FOR NCAA FOOTBALL BETTING! \u2013 CLICK HERE NOW + BET TODAY!**<\/a><\/h3>\n
Team Strengths:<\/h3>\n
Team Weaknesses:<\/h3>\n
2011-2012 Purdue Football Prediction: 6-7<\/h3>\n
\n9\/10\/11\t 12:00 PM ET\t @RICE
\n9\/17\/11\t 12:00 PM ET\t SEMST
\n10\/1\/11\t 8:00 PM ET\tNOTRE
\n10\/8\/11\t 12:00 PM ET\tMINN
\n10\/15\/11 12:00 PM ET\t @PENST
\n10\/22\/11 12:00 PM ET\tILL
\n10\/29\/11 12:00 PM ET\t @MICH
\n11\/5\/11\t 12:00 PM ET\t @WISC
\n11\/12\/11 12:00 PM ET\tOHIST
\n11\/19\/11 12:00 PM ET\tIOWA
\n11\/26\/11 12:00 PM ET\t @IND <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"