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Purdue enters its bye week at 3-4 following a disappointing loss to Washington. Despite the result, the Boilermakers have already surpassed the expectations many people nationally had for them entering the season.

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Boiler Breakdown: Why Purdue Being Left Out of the AP Top 25 Could Be a Good Thing

A familiar face was missing from the release of the preseason AP Top 25 college basketball poll Monday afternoon. The Purdue Boilermakers were left out of the top 25, snapping a streak of 79 consecutive weeks in the poll.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 18

Quotes That Matter From Matt Painter Following Purdue's 87-55 Win Over Ball State

Purdue didn't look like a team going through a transition on Sunday afternoon. With four new starters, the Boilermakers cruised to an 87-55 victory over Ball State in their opening exhibition.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 18

5 Thoughts From Purdue's Dominant 87-55 Exhibition Victory Over Ball State

Although it was just an exhibition, Purdue got off to a hot start Sunday afternoon, knocking off Ball State 87-55. Several Boilermakers made their first appearance at Mackey Arena, giving a fan base eager for Purdue basketball to return plenty to be excited about.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 16

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 38-26 Loss to Washington

The train ran out of steam. Purdue entered Friday night's game with a lot of confidence after posting wins over Illinois and Minnesota in back-to-back weeks, but it was a different story against Washington on a cold October night.

Fame Ijeboi News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 14

Purdue RB Fame Ijeboi Leads the Country in One Impressive Stat

Tackling Fame Ijeboi has become virtually impossible for opponents. That was never more evident than on Saturday night, when the Purdue ball carrier galloped for 195 yards and three touchdowns on 31 carries, leading the Boilermakers to a 41-13 trouncing of the Gophers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 14

10 Reasons to be Excited About the Start of Purdue Basketball's 2026-27 Season

A new season of Purdue basketball has arrived. On Sunday, the Boilermakers take the floor at Mackey Arena for the first of three exhibition games, hosting Ball State.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 13

Josh Henson's Flexibility, Improvement as a Play-Caller Paying Off For Purdue

Many names get mentioned when talking about Purdue's offensive improvement this season. The conversation usually begins with the play of quarterback Ryan Browne and includes the addition of running back Fame Ijeboi.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 13

Boiler Breakdown: Barry Odom Has Purdue Football Back On Track

Purdue’s last two weeks have proven how quickly the tide can turn in college football. After a 1-3 start, questions surrounded Barry Odom’s job security.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 13

Purdue Basketball More Invested, Focused on Success on the Defensive End

Across from the tunnel inside Mackey Arena sits a large sign that reads "Defensive Lives Here." Over the last two years, that phrase hasn't been quite as prominent as Purdue would like, but that might change this season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 13

Purdue Football, Volleyball Take Home Weekly Big Ten Awards

It was a big weekend in West Lafayette, with the Purdue football team defeating Minnesota 41-13, the volleyball squad defeating both USC and No. 24 Illinois and the women's soccer program upsetting No.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 12

Most Important Quotes From Purdue Coach Barry Odom's Week 7 Press Conference

Purdue football appears to be back on track under Barry Odom after starting 2-1 in Big Ten play. Still, there is plenty of work left to do, with Washington coming to Ross-Ade Stadium on Friday night.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 12

Purdue Flips 2027 In-State Linebacker After Back-to-Back Big Ten Wins

The good news keeps rolling in West Lafayette. After ripping off a pair of Big Ten wins over Illinois and Minnesota, Purdue flipped a Bowling Green commit.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 12

Barry Odom Turned Things Around Midseason Once. Is He Doing It Again at Purdue?

Barry Odom was in this situation once before when he was a head coach for the first time. During his second season at Missouri, the Tigers started off the 2017 campaign with a 1-5 record and appeared to be heading towards another finish at the bottom of the SEC.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 12

No. 16 Purdue Volleyball Shows Grit in Victory Over No. 24 Illinois

When No. 24 Illinois took a 24-21 lead in the fourth set, it looked like No. 16 Purdue might lose for the fourth time in its last five matches. But if we've learned anything from Dave Shondell's team over the years, it's that the Boilermakers never surrender.

Fame Ijeboi News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 11

Hammering Down: Fame Ijeboi Ran to Prove Something to Purdue, Not Minnesota

Fame Ijeboi resembled a cement truck flying down I-65 on Saturday night. Any Gopher that attempted to impede his progress was quickly turned into roadkill and tossed to the side of the highway.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 10

Purdue Confidence Meter: Can Boilers Get Revenge on Minnesota For Second Straight Win?

It's been a long time since Purdue has won back-to-back games against Big Ten opponents. The last time the Boilermakers won multiple conference games in a row was in 2022, when they defeated Illinois, Northwestern and Indiana in November 2022 to secure a Big Ten West title.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 10

Final Purdue Basketball Starting Lineup, Rotation Projection Before 2026-27 Season

The start of Purdue's exhibition season is just one week away. On Oct. 18, the Boilermakers return to Mackey Arena to host Ball State in the first of three preseason games they'll play before the opening tipoff against Gonzaga on Nov.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 10

3 Thoughts From No. 16 Purdue Volleyball's Sweep of USC

After going 0-2 on its West Coast trip and suffering three straight losses, Purdue was finally back in the win column on Friday night. The 16th-ranked Boilermakers swept USC (25-20, 25-17, 25-20) to get their second Big Ten victory of the season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 9

Key Takeaways From Purdue Basketball at Big Ten Media Days

ROSEMONT, Ill. — As much as we'd like to think we know what to expect from Purdue's basketball team this coming season, we won't get a full grasp until it takes the floor on Nov.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 8

Quotes That Matter From Purdue's Matt Painter at Big Ten Media Day

ROSEMONT, Ill. — We got one step closer to the start of the college basketball season on Thursday, as Purdue traveled to Rosemont to participate in Big Ten Media Day.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 7

5 Observations from Purdue Women's Basketball at Big Ten Media Day

ROSEMONT, Ill. — It's almost impossible to know what to expect from the Purdue women's basketball program heading into the 2026-27 season. This is a team with only four returning players from last year's roster and a squad filled with transfers and international prospects.

Ryan Browne News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 7

Ryan Browne's Start to 2026 Season Among the Best in College Football

The development of Ryan Browne was discussed at length throughout Purdue's offseason. The quarterback had plenty of room for growth after a wobbly 2025 campaign, but he's exceeded expectations through the first five weeks of this season.

Trey Kaufman-Renn News / Hoops Rumors / September 9

Kaufman-Renn Receives Temporary Restraining Order In Eligibility Case

Former Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn has been granted a temporary restraining order against the NCAA that allows him to pursue a return for a sixth season of college basketball, at least for the time being, according to Nathan Baird of The Indianapolis Star.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 6