We might put a couple young guys on the field, … And they might not be ready to play. But we’ll put them on the field anyway and give them a chance.

We have Ohio State and Michigan right where we want ’em,

He’s taken another step as a player. He’s not improved by leaps and bounds, but he’s taken coaching well. He’ll do the things he needs to do.

I think the two programs are very close, … But they’ve had (recently graduated) Matt Roth as a four-year starter at defensive end and he’s a big defensive end. Our defensive ends had been undersized...

I don’t want to say he’s a key, but it’s pretty important he comes on and plays like he was playing before he was hurt. I thought he had a chance to be the best...

He played like a great player. He’s a talented player.

(McDonald) is making more of an impact. He is getting around the field a lot more.

The wholesome stuff that we do is boring to you guys. But that is life.

We think the game is a chess game you’re playing all the time,

He has more confidence and a working knowledge of the offense. Last year, each and every week out was a new experience for him. Last year, he was a little timid in the huddle. Now,...

I think the thing that disappointed me a little bit is that I don’t think the energy level was as high as it normally is. That might be because we’ve been getting ready for this...

He did a great job of managing the game and executing the offense. We’re always looking for perfection, but he played awfully well once again.

If I’m not coaching at Purdue, I won’t be coaching anywhere else, … I think this is it for me.

We know what we need to do to win, … And I think we can do that this weekend.

We had more positives than any game this season. We’re very, very close, but the huge negative is the ‘L’.

All my relatives in Orlando came through for me,

I didn’t think we exactly dominated the line of scrimmage.

We couldn’t stop the run or the passing game. I guess I’m not shocked, but I’m disappointed in the outcome.

The defense is playing hard right now. When you do that you have good things happen.

We obviously didn’t play our A game today and yet we had a chance to win at the end. That tells me we’ve got some football players and we’ll be fine.

Some guys develop a feel and really are good at a particular thing. Bernard has a got a knack special for that.

He’s a different kid. It’s like he’s come out of his shell.

As the season went along and losses began to mount, we began to examine everything. We probably made the change out of frustration more than anything else. We just weren’t executing the offense. We felt...

We ran more than we probably really wanted. For this game, though, it was a wise decision.

Another huge step for our program is that we will have a rebuilt practice field that matches our game field. This will allow us the opportunity to prepare as a team under the most ideal...

Those two guys were a huge part of the successful defense we had here for several years. And now they are helping out up there too, which is nice.

I think we’re concerned about ourselves. Not that you’re not concerned with your opponent, but when you play your first game of the year, I think that you focus on yourself.

The secondary played better in many phases. We are in a situation that we are switching things up to see what the result is and tonight it was a better product.

They are a much-improved team. They have an excellent defense, and they are finding their way offensively. This will be a huge challenge.

From what Bill told me, I didn’t have to worry.

Jim has been a loyal assistant and a great friend for some 13 years. He played a major role in our success at Wyoming and Purdue. I know he’s excited about this next phase of...

We will most likely keep him there throughout the spring, now.

Glen just can’t seem to get the Woody Hayes out of him,

I don’t know if we are going to hire an ends coach. We’re talking about a lot of different things defensively.

I think it helps because you have an experienced hand in there.

I don’t know how far he can go. He’s a smart kid with a really good work ethic. He wants to be good.

He did a nice job for the first time out. He missed some reads, but he made some plays that looked good.

We feel we will have a safe and reliable indoor practice field that we anticipate using more often in the future.

They have liked how it has turned out. We know those coaches and respect their opinions.

I complimented our guys because we didn’t have a single player cramp up on the field. They’re taking care of themselves in terms of preparing for a game like this. I think it’s equally important...

You’ve got a chance to see Whittington more,

As we’ve learned through experience, it’s not good to have them (lie) around all day.