The NCAA has given Purdue linebacker Jason Werner a sixth season of eligibility after he missed two full seasons with a recurring back injury. Werner sat out in 2006 and 2008. Werner started all 12 games last season and was Purdue's No. 3 tackler. After being named a co-captain, Werner had 77 tackles, 14 1/2 for loss, forced two fumbles and had one interception.
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