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Purdue's pass defense faces a significant challenge against Ohio State's talented passing offense.

Ohio State's offense features Heisman Trophy candidates quarterback Julian Sayin and receiver Jeremiah Smith.

Purdue's defense has allowed the most long passing plays in the Big Ten this season.

The Boilermakers' secondary is looking to build on a positive performance against Michigan.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue football defensive coordinator Mike Scherer joked about coming up with a novel scout team approach to preparing for Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith.

Probably, he was kidding. Maybe no more than half-kidding, actually.

“You almost want to have one guy at the line of scrimmage and another guy waiting downfield with a No. 4 jersey on to get the real picture o

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