Transfers from smaller colleges can often make an unexpected impact. That is today’s player, as he is a walk-on with experience from another school.
Springfield, IL (Southern Illinois University)
6’4”, 256 pounds
Defensive End
2017 Projection: Reserve at defensive end
Zeigler technically had to sit out last season after joining the team as a walk-on since he was transferring in from Southern Illinois. He is the son of former Purdue player Mark Zeigler. Here is an article on why he transferred:
The Southern Illinois redshirt freshman will transfer after wrapping up the semester in Carbondale, and he'll make his way northeast to Purdue.