I have to admit that if I were Card with only the likely somewhat limited things he knows about Illinois combined with the history of BB’s offenses, I likely would have chosen Purdue over Illinois too. He’s familiar with Harrell and the offense he runs. And while Walters is a first-time HC, we know how personable he is and Purdue’s legacy of QBs. Yes, DeVito had a good year, but I don’t think opponents were quaking in their boots over facing him. Brown was the centerpiece of the offense and he will be gone.
Hopefully, Luke A comes on board. Don’t think I’ve seen him play, but the scouting report on his 24/7 high school recruiting page seems to indicate he’d be at least a competent fit in Lunney’s offense. Sure Card would have been a good get — and losing him to Purdue sucks — but Luke A would a good consolation prize. I don’t remember anyone doing back flips when TDV signed on. Most people just hoped he’d be better than Peters.