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Purdue football examines defensive end roster ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:37 AM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Purdue football examines defensive end roster ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Purdue football is evaluating its defensive end position group as the 2026 season approaches. The team needs improvements from returning players CJ Madden and Trey Smith, who combined for just 31 tackles last season. New addition Elo Modozie joins the roster after transferring from Georgia, where he had a strong season at Army prior to his transfer. Purdue aims to elevate its performance within the Big Ten, facing challenges stemming from the previous season's struggles. The team is set to finalize its roster ahead of the fall camp.

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By the Numbers

•CJ Madden and Trey Smith combined for 31 tackles in 2025.
•Elo Modozie transfers from Georgia after a strong showing at Army.
•Purdue looks to improve on last season's performance in the Big Ten.
•Roster decisions will be finalized before fall camp begins.

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11:37 AMYahoo Sports — Purdue Football: Position Groups – Defensive End

What they're saying

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I’m not sure how the defensive end rotation shakes out this season, but they’ve got to be better than last year if Purdue wants to exit the subbasement of the Big10.
— Yahoo Sports

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