Purdue football set for competition at safety position ahead of camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 7:40 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Purdue football heads into fall camp with five players vying for two starting safety spots. Jaden Mangham and John Slaughter, both transfers with previous collegiate experience, are expected to compete for significant roles. The Boilermakers' defense, previously strengthened by the departures of starters Tahj Ra-El and Myles Slusher, will rely on these players to fill the void. Changes in NCAA eligibility rules will benefit John Slaughter, Ta’Vari Hampton, D’Mon Marable, and Vi’Naz Cobb, granting them an extra season of eligibility. The team continues preparations as camp approaches, focusing on selecting the right players for their defensive strategy.
- •Five players competing for two safety spots
- •Jaden Mangham and John Slaughter among top contenders
- •Tahj Ra-El and Myles Slusher not returning for 2026
- •New NCAA rules grant extra eligibility to some players
- •Fall camp preparations are underway at Purdue
- 7:40 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue Football: Position Groups – Safety
"Purdue has 5 players fighting for 2 starting safety spots heading into fall camp in what should be a hotly contested battle.
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