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Purdue Fires Coach Ryan Walters After Disappointing Tenure

Purdue University dismisses football coach Ryan Walters following a challenging two-season performance that culminated in a 1-11 record this year.

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Updated: Dec 1st, 2024, 5:38 PM ET

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Purdue University has fired head football coach Ryan Walters after a disappointing 5-19 record over two seasons. The Boilermakers' struggles peaked with a 66-0 defeat to rival Indiana, marking their worst loss in series history. Under Walters, the team failed to win against any FBS opponents this season and finished with a porous defense, averaging 35.2 points allowed per game. The program now seeks a new head coach as they aim to regain competitive stature in the Big Ten Conference amid significant challenges.

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