The spring football game is scheduled for April 6 at Ross-Ade Stadium

David Blough and Terry Wright are expected to play in Saturday's Shrine All-Star game

Purdue looks to extend its lead in the Governor's Cup series this weekend

The Boilermakers' offensive line under the microscope during spring practice

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – This had to be planned out, right?

Three consecutive days. Three consecutive Purdue-Indiana matchups. Three different sports. All three staged at Mackey Arena.

No, this wasn’t an idea hatched in the back room either at Purdue or the conference office. Just coincidence, at least that’s the company line. The Big Ten's computer - or schedule maker - hit the jackpot with the in-state rivalry all on the same weekend in January.

What are the odds?

Friday: Indiana at Purdue in wrestling, 7 p.m.

The Boilermakers are No. 18 in the country - one of 10 Big Ten teams ranked - and six of the 10 wrestlers are nationally ranked. Purdue is on an eight-match winning streak against the Hoosiers. A total of 12 wrestlers are from inside the state lines, spicing up the rivalry. At 174 pounds, two Indiana natives – Purdue’s Dylan Lydy and Indiana’s Jacob Covaciu square off.

Saturday: Indiana at Purdue in men’s basketball, 2 p.m.

Carsen Edwards vs. Romeo Langford. McCutcheon’s Robert Phinisee back in Tippecanoe County. Who’s going to slow down Purdue big man Trevion Williams, who is coming on strong?

Sunday: Indiana at Purdue in women’s basketball, 2 p.m.

Two of the last four state's Miss Basketballs on display with Purdue’s Karissa McLaughlin and Indiana’s Ali Patberg. A pair of former Boilermakers on the sidelines – Sharon Versyp and Teri Moren. Both teams are 4-2 in Big Ten play. The Hoosiers have won three straight in the series – all last season – a sore point inside Purdue’s program.

Heavy snow in the forecast. Probably won’t keep fans away. It's the blackout in the middle of the weather whiteout.

The Boilermakers currently lead the Governor’s Cup, an annual rivalry trophy between the two schools, 4-1 after winning nearly all of the matchups in the fall. Two points are at stake with the wrestling match worth one point and winner of the basketball games receiving ½ point.

Purdue has won the Governor’s Cup in four of the last five years.

The Ross-Ade Stadium survey will start arriving in the emailof season ticket holders and alumni Friday.

During an informal feedback request on Twitter, most fans want the south end zone enclosed, improved video boards and sound quality, the addition of ribbon video boards throughout the stadium, chairback seats, upper deck on the east side, reliable WIFI, more concession points of sale and enlarged aisles.

Triple XXX restaurant inside the stadium open year around? Make it happen.

This is a small sample size of what fans are thinking.

What are Rondale Moore’s odds to win the Heisman Trophy in 2019?

How about 33-1. The number is courtesy of BetOnline (www.BetOnline.ag). Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence is the current favorite at 3-1.

Former and future Boilermakers are playing in a pair of all-star games Saturday.

Quarterback David Blough and receiver Terry Wright are scheduled to participate in the 94th annual East-West Shrine Bowl in St. Petersburg, Florida. Kickoff is at 3 p.m. on the NFL Network. Blough and Wright will play for the East team.

Two incoming Boilermakers – receiver Milton Wright and tight end Kyle Bilodeau – will play in the Polynesian Bowl in Hawaii. Both will play for Team Mauka.

Kickoff is at midnight on CBS Sports Network.

Mark the date – April 6 is Purdue’s spring game. Time will be announced later. Expect spring practice to start in late February.

SophomoreKeyRon Catlett has announced his decision to transfer from the program. The receiver room is getting crowded and more talented.

Although feared serious after the Music City Bowl loss to Auburn, it appears the Boilermakers will have the services of offensive lineman Matt McCann during spring practice.

Coach Jeff Brohm said following the 63-14 loss he “wasn’t optimistic” about McCann’s knee injury. However, the injury wasn’t as serious as first thought, a good sign for the offense, which has talent at quarterback, receiver and tight end to put up a lot of points.

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The key to next year’s success, especially offensively, is the line. McCann and Grant Hermanns give the Boilermakers experience at the tackle spots, but the interior will feature newcomers and maybe a transfer.

Michael Mendez’s decision to leave the program is a setback because of his experience but it’s also one the Boilermakers should be able to overcome.

Also, cornerback Kenneth Major – who didn’t play in the bowl game because of an injury – is expected to participate in spring practice. Defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal (ACL) won’t be available until training camp.

West Lafayette standout Yanni Karlaftis received a scholarship offer from Ohio State. The Buckeyes join the Boilermakers, Michigan, Michigan State and Indiana to offer the 2021 prospect.

Former Purdue interim coach Gerad Parker is Penn State's new receivers coach.

Parker spent the last two seasons at Duke. The Boilermakers visit the Nittany Lions next season.

Contact Journal & Courier Purdue football reporter Mike Carmin at mcarmin@gannett.com. Follow on Twitter: @carmin_jc