The Darrell Hazell era began with a 42-7 beatdown at the hands of Cincinnati. Will the rematch signal the beginning of the end?
When Purdue started the 2013 season and the Darrell Hazell era at Cincinnati there was a buzz of anticipation. Hazell had us all thinking a quick turnaround was possible. In fact, here is what I wrote in advance of that game:
As J Money intimated, this is a game that can be the start of something very big for Purdue. If the Boilers win on the road at a very good opponent, suddenly games at home against Notre Dame, Northern Illinois, and Nebraska don't look as daunting.