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Former Purdue Assistant Terry Johnson Lands New Coaching Job in Indiana

Former Purdue assistant coach Terry Johnson is heading south for his next coaching job, but he'll still be within state borders. On Thursday, ESPN's Pete Thamel reported that Johnson, who spent the last five seasons in West Lafayette, has taken a job with the Evansville basketball program.

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New 2029 Purdue Target Drew Cabana Breaks Down Offer From Boilermakers

Drew Cabana may only be entering his sophomore year of high school, but the combo guard out of Michigan truly understands the significance of an offer from Purdue.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 16

Purdue Basketball Adds Another High-Major Opponent to 2026-27 Schedule

It took a little longer than expected, but Purdue finally has its opponent for the 2026 Indy Classic. The Boilermakers will play Colorado in the annual event, which is hosted at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in December.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 15

5 Questions Facing Purdue Entering Fall Camp

Fall camp is just around the corner and the second year of the Barry Odom in West Lafayette is about to begin. The 2025 campaign didn't go as planned, as Purdue finished with a 2-10 record and went through a second-straight conference season without a Big Ten win.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 15

Purdue Football 2026 Position Preview — Tight Ends

It's time to move on to the next position group in our 2026 Purdue preview series, shifting from wide receivers to the tight end room. It's a group that has limited experience heading into a new season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 14

Purdue Extends Offer to Rising Michigan Guard in 2029 Class

Purdue reached into Michigan to extend an offer to a rising star in the 2029 recruiting class. The Boilermakers have shown interest in 6-foot-5 combo guard Drew Cabana, a highly-touted prospect from Chelsea, Mich.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 13

Will Purdue Football Finish Above or Below Projected Win Total for 2026 Season?

Barry Odom is trying to change the narrative in West Lafayette. Purdue hasn't won a Big Ten game in two seasons, and, as a result, there's another bleak projection for the Boilermakers in 2026.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 13

Purdue Football 2026 Position Preview — Wide Receivers

After dissecting Purdue's running back room in the last position preview, it's time to move outside the numbers and check out the wide receivers. There is plenty of intrigue with this group entering the 2026 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 13

Here's Who Will Represent Purdue at 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Media Days

Just a few weeks ago, we learned who the Purdue football team would be taking to Chicago to represent the program at Big Ten Media Days. On Monday, the conference announced the attendees for the 2026 Big Ten Volleyball Media Days event, also set for Chicago.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 12

Purdue's Maya Zilbershlag Wins Silver Medal in Women's FIBA U20 EuroBasket

Maya Zilbershlag and Team Israel had an incredible run to the Championship Game of the Women's FIBA U20 EuroBasket this weekend, but came up one victory shy of a gold medal.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 11

How the Departure of Gonzaga Guard Mario Saint-Supery Impacts Purdue's Season-Opener

Some significant news broke this weekend involving Gonzaga's men's basketball program that will have a bit of an impact on Purdue. Mario Saint-Supery, the Bulldogs' projected starting guard, is leaving Spokane after signing a multi-year deal to play for Valencia Basket in Spain.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 10

What ESPN's FPI Says About Purdue's Bowl Chances, Strength of Schedule and More

There's an expectation for Purdue's football team to show serious progress in the second year under head coach Barry Odom. After a 2-10 season in 2025, which included an 0-9 mark in Big Ten play, the Boilermakers are hoping to take a step up.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 9

Ranking Purdue Football's 2026 Opponents From Easiest to Toughest

Barry Odom faced a grueling schedule in his first season at Purdue. The Boilermakers' 2026 slate isn't quite as grueling this year, but it will still present plenty of challenges.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 9

Former Purdue Volleyball Star Raven Colvin Gets Called Up to Next Level

After spending two seasons with the Grand Rapids Rise and Atlanta Vibe in Major League Volleyball (MLV), former Purdue star Raven Colvin has been called up to the next level.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 8

Purdue Football 2026 Position Preview — Running Backs

Our Purdue preseason preview for the 2026 college football season continues, shifting from quarterbacks to the running back room. It's a position group that needed some upgrades after a disappointing 2025 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 7

Why Does ESPN Continue to Dismiss Purdue in Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings?

Usually, when a program has had consistent success as Purdue has enjoyed, it receives the benefit of the doubt in the preseason polls. Right now, that's not the case for Matt Painter's Boilermakers, at least in ESPN's way-too-early top 25 rankings for the 2026-27 college basketball season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 7