... football season, it is time to look at the Purdue Boilermakers' non-conference schedule.

Purdue is coming into 2009 with a new head coach and new offensive and defensive coordinators. The offense is in rebuilding mode, while the defense is experienced.

 

Game 1: Home game versus Toledo on Sept. 5

The Toledo Rockets enter 2009 in similar circumstances as the Boilermakers. Tim Beckman is in his first year as Toledo's coach and the team is coming off of a disheartening 3-9 season.

For Purdue to have an opportunity of success this upcoming season, the Boilermakers have to improve their run defense. The Rockets' running game will provide an early indication of how well Purdue's defense will ...

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