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Purdue football evaluates Zyntreacs Otey's potential at cornerback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Purdue football evaluates Zyntreacs Otey's potential at cornerback
Summary

Purdue football continues its countdown to the 2026 season by focusing on cornerback Zyntreacs Otey. The Boilermakers' defense struggled with both run and pass defense in 2025, making cornerback a critical area of concern. Otey, a redshirt freshman from Franklin, TN, is recognized for his talent and was a top cornerback prospect in high school. Although he did not appear in early depth charts, there are hopes he will emerge as a contributor during the upcoming season following summer training.

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  • •Otey is a redshirt freshman with four years of eligibility left.
  • •He was ranked No. 13 in Tennessee and No. 36 nationally at cornerback.
  • •Purdue needs significant improvements in both run and pass defense.
  • •Otey's high school career included 103 tackles and two interceptions.
  • •His performance in summer training will determine his role this season.
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  • 8:48 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue Football – 2026 Countdown to Kickoff: #38 – Zyntreacs Otey
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Purdue needs help at the cornerback position.

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