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Purdue's Orton has his hands full
Once a complementary receiver, senior to carry offensive load for Purdue
By Tom Kubat / Lafayette Journal & Courier
Posted: August 13, 2008

A Wide receiver Greg Orton's role on the Purdue football team figures to change dramatically this year.

Despite playing in the shadow of Dorien Bryant -- who led the Big Ten in receptions in 2005 and '06, and in catches per game last season -- and tight end Dustin Keller, a first-round draft pick of the New York Jets, Orton made his share of catches the past two seasons.

In 2006, Orton had 58 receptions for 790 yards, and last season he had 67 for 752 yards.

But in 2008, Orton is the Boilers' only experienced wide receiver. As a result, he figures to be featured in the passing game.

"It's definitely a responsibility," said Orton, a 6-3, 199-pound senior from Dayton, Ohio. "I have to work as hard as I can to lead us, and try to get everybody around me better. I'm definitely ready for it."

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