Purdue turns South for Parker Cothren 

July, 18, 2012
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Defensive/offensive lineman Parker Cothren (Hazel Green, Ala.) is the newest 2013 verbal for the Boilermakers, according to multiple sources.

The 6-foot-4, 250-pound prospect picked up additional scholarship offers from Arkansas State, South Alabama, Troy and Western Kentucky.

Cothren, who also plays basketball, recorded 72 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, six sacks and three forced fumbles during his junior season.

Purdue has eight commitments.

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