Local merchandisers have acutely felt the impact of the losses as they rely on school spirit to sell Purdue University-branded items.

The Indiana High School Athletic Association and Indiana Football Coaches Association created the rule for the upcoming season's practices, which begin Monday.

Colts owner Jim Irsay revealed the maximum value on Twitter, calling it the biggest contract in NFL history.

The Pike High School sophomore became ill during practice on Monday and died Tuesday. The Metropolitan School District of Pike Township did not name the student or release any other details of the incident.