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Purdue Fires Defensive Coordinator Kevin Kane Following Dismal Game

Purdue Fires Defensive Coordinator Kevin Kane Following Dismal Game
World Sports · 00:31:20 - Thursday, 12 November 2026

Purdue University has dismissed defensive coordinator Kevin Kane after another disappointing defensive performance, the Associated Press reported on November 8, 2026. The move signals a shift in direction for the Boilermakers' defense amid a challenging season.

The decision comes after what was described as a dismal game, though specific details of the contest were not immediately disclosed. Kane had served as the team's defensive coordinator, and his departure marks a significant change for the program's coaching staff.

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