Purdue Offense vs. Central Michigan Defense
QB Curtis Painter is the leader of a Purdue passing attack that has been one of the most productive in the nation, and he threw for 360 yards and three touchdowns against Central Michigan earlier this year. The question is can he put up those kinds of numbers again? On one hand, the depth of Purdue's receiving corps has been weakened by the dismissal of WR Selwyn Lymon for conduct detrimental to the team. Without Lymon in the lineup, Central Michigan is in a slightly better position to leave its corners on islands and blitz. In addition, Painter doesn't read defenses particularly well or consistently make sound adjustments to blitzes. On the other hand, the Chippewas can't get too caught up in the departure of Lymon. They still can't sell out and regularly bring five or more pass rushers because CBs Tommy Mama and Chaz West are going to have problems matching up with WRs Dorien Bryant and Greg Orton. And if nothing is available for Painter on the outside, TE Dustin Keller is an excellent target over the middle.