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Payne Durham pulls off impressive TE hurdle in Purdue’s game vs. Illinois

Ginny Boulton

By Ginny Boulton

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Payne Durham is making a statement for the Boilermakers as Purdue takes on Illinois on Saturday.

The TE has been a bright spot for the Boilermakers in an otherwise disappointing 5-4 season so far. Earlier this year, Durham tied with Jim Beirne for 2nd-most TDs as a tight end in Purdue history with a stellar one-hand grab in the end zone against Wisconsin. Durham has 411 yards on 41 catches, in addition to his 4 TDs this season, averaging 10 yards per catch.

Durham’s athleticism was on full display Saturday, as the TE battled down the field to gain big yardage for the Boilermakers. On a quick, short pass from Aidan O’Connell, Durham grabbed the ball, turning his sights upfield. The 6-foot-5 TE took a leap over a jumble of defenders in his way, only to take a big hit 5 yards later. But even the hit couldn’t keep Durham down, as he bounced up and kept his footing to race down the sideline for more yards.

Here’s how the play looked in real time:

 

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