Purdue has the top passer but also the worst rushing attack and worst defense in the Big Ten. That combination led to Darrell Hazell's firing and a 3-6 (1-5) record.

But the Boilermakers have shown some signs of life under new coach Gerad Parker, even if he has yet to lead them to a victory in three tries.

We went to Kyle Charters of GoldandBlack.com to give you the inside scoop on Purdue and find out what Northwestern will have to do to get a win in West Lafayette and snap its two-game losing streak.

Q. Let’s talk about the coaching situation first. Who do you see as some of the frontrunners, and who would you personally like to see get the job?