Purdue in the Pros: Week 4

While Purdue looks to bounce back in West Lafayette, several former Boilermakers will look to make an impact on Sundays this fall. Some figure to play prominent roles, while others are scratching their way through training camp. Today, GoldandBlack.com looks at how former Purdue players fared in week four of the NFL Season.

DERRICK BARNES – DETROIT LIONS

Barnes played 61 out of 67 defensive snaps in Detroit’s 34-10 win over Cleveland, recording seven tackles and a quarterback hit. He also saw 16 snaps of special teams work. The 3-1 Lions head to Cincinnati for a 4:25 p.m. EDT kickoff against the Bengals.

DAVID BELL – CLEVELAND BROWNS

Bell began the season on the “reserve/non-football injury” list. His timetable for a return remains unknown.

PAYNE DURHAM – TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS

Durham played 15 offensive snaps, all in a blocking role, as Tampa Bay fell 31-25 to Philadelphia. He also added 15 snaps on special teams. The Buccaneers will take the long flight to Seattle to square off with the Seahawks at 4:05 p.m. EDT.

CHARLIE JONES – CINCINNATI BENGALS

Jones saw the field as a kick and punt returner in the Bengals’ 28-3 Monday Night Football loss to the Broncos. He returned two kickoffs for 48 yards and a punt for 16 yards. Now 2-2, Cincinnati will take on Detroit at 4:25 p.m. EDT on Sunday.

SANOUSSI KANE – BALTIMORE RAVENS

Kane played 22 snaps on special teams in Baltimore’s 37-20 loss at Kansas City. He did not record any stats. Baltimore, a surprising 1-3 team, will host Houston at 1 p.m. EDT on Sunday.

GEORGE KARLAFTIS – KANSAS CITY CHIEFS

Karlaftis lined up at defensive end for 47 of 54 snaps in Kansas City’s 37-20 win over the Baltimore Ravens. He recorded two tackles, including a sack, and four quarterback hits. The Chiefs return to primetime for a Monday Night Football game at Jacksonville.

MARCUS MBOW – NEW YORK GIANTS

Mbow did not see the field in New York’s 21-18 upset win over the Chargers after seeing substantial action in the two previous games. The Giants hit the road to New Orleans this week for a 1:00 p.m. EDT kickoff.

RAHEEM MOSTERT – LAS VEGAS RAIDERS

Mostert was active for the first time this season in Las Vegas’ 25-24 loss to Chicago. He played eight snaps on offense, carrying four times for 62 yards, including a 37-yard burst. He tacked on an 11-yard reception, and the veteran returned four kickoffs for 96 yards. He’ll look to build on his strong season debut as the Raiders take on Indianapolis in Lucas Oil Stadium at 1 p.m. EDT.

AIDAN O’CONNELL – LAS VEGAS RAIDERS

O’Connell suffered a fractured right wrist in the Raiders’ final preseason game, forcing him to miss the start of the season. He is eligible to return from injured reserve, but the timetable remains unknown.

TYRONE TRACY JR. – NEW YORK GIANTS

Tracy missed the Giants’ 21-18 win over the Chargers with a dislocated shoulder, but he did not get placed on injured reserve, which would require him to miss at least four games. His status remains in jeopardy as New York prepares to take on New Orleans at 1 p.m. EDT.

CORY TRICE JR. – PITTSBURGH STEELERS

Trice began the season on the “reserve/injured/designated for return” list and did not suit up in week four as Pittsburgh defeated Minnesota 24-21. He is eligible to return from injured reserve, but the Steelers will spend this upcoming week on their bye.

Practice squad: Ja’Whaun Bentley (Pittsburgh), Jalen Graham (San Francisco), Reese Taylor (Denver)

Injured and out for season: Gus Hartwig (New York Jets), Rondale Moore (Minnesota)