Charles Correa leads Purdue football's rebuilt linebacker unit

Purdue football is revamping its linebacker corps with Charles Correa stepping into a leadership role following the departure of Mani Powell to the NFL's Tennessee Titans. The Boilermakers have recruited three players with Big Ten experience to bolster the defense, including Jojo Hayden, Anthony Speca, and Hudson Miller. Correa, who had 96 tackles last season, is expected to be the team's leading tackler after shifting to the middle linebacker position. As fall camp progresses, Hayden is competing for a starting position alongside Correa. Head coach Kevin Kane is assessing the linebackers' potential to replicate last season's performance, with early indications favoring Hayden for a key role.

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