Purdue Football: Depth Chart Review vs Wake Forest – Defense
Purdue’s defense didn’t give up many big plays on Saturday, but they didn’t make any big plays either, including a 4th and 15 that would have ended the game.
On September 12, 2026, the Purdue Boilermakers faced off against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons in a college football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, IN. The game featured a defensive scheme change, with Purdue switching from a 4-2-5 to a 3-3-5 defense. This move saw the introduction of defensive end Keyshawn Burgos, who performed well against the run.
Defensive tackle Keyshawn Burgos, coming from Virginia Tech, recorded 3 tackles, 0 forced fumbles, and 0 sacks in his first start. Purdue's defense was effective in limiting Wake's running backs to less than 4 yards per carry on 24 attempts.
Linebacker Charles Correa recorded 12 tackles, 0 forced fumbles, and 0 sacks, while middle linebacker Jojo Hayden had 11 tackles, 1 forced fumble, and 1 sack. Veteran linebacker Anthony Speca contributed with 2 tackles and 0 sacks. Outside linebacker Jeremy Lewis, who had a strong pass-rushing performance, finished with 5 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 sacks. The Boilermakers' secondary also managed to hold up well, with cornerback Don Saunders facing challenges but still managing a tackle and 1 pass break-up.
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