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Purdue's an offensive football program. That's its history, and for as long as Jeff Brohm sits in its big chair, that's what it'll be known for.

Now, Brohm's most important hire since he assembled his first staff lies on defense, as he must find a new defensive coordinator to replace the ousted Nick Holt.

Maybe offense should guide the defensive coordinator hire.