Purdue football develops cornerback depth amid eligibility changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:32 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Purdue's cornerback group sees the return of Hudauri Hines and Smiley Bradford, with new additions from the transfer portal, including Don Saunders and Mister Clark. Hines is expected to play a key role after leading the team in passes defended last season. Eligibility changes allow true freshmen an additional year of play, impacting players like Hines and Bradford. The secondary's composition remains in development as the season approaches.
- •Hudauri Hines led Purdue in passes defended last season.
- •Smiley Bradford will start at nickelback.
- •New transfer Don Saunders could secure a starting corner spot.
- •Eligibility changes grant extra years to certain players.
- •Mister Clark, primarily a nickelback, contributed significantly at FIU.
- 11:32 AMYahoo Sports — Purdue Football: Position Groups – Cornerback / Nickelback
"Purdue has two pieces in place with the return of Hudauri Hines and Smiley Bradford. Who will join them in the secondary?
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