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The Ugly Numbers Behind Purdue's Dreadful Defensive Start

It doesn't really matter how you slice it, Purdue's defense has been awful to start the 2026 season. The Boilermakers have surrendered an average of 46.3 points per contest in the last three games.

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Details Released for Purdue Basketball's Exhibition Game vs. UConn

Details regarding Purdue's exhibition game against UConn have been released. The Boilermakers are heading to the East Coast on Tuesday, Oct. 27, for a preseason showdown with the Huskies and a rematch of the 2024 National Championship Game.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 28

Most Important Quotes From Purdue Coach Barry Odom's Week 5 Press Conference

Purdue dropped its third straight game on Saturday, giving up 49 points to Notre Dame. Another disastrous defensive performance and a 1-3 start have raised questions about where the program goes from here.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 28

Hammering Down: No More Waiting, Wins Must Come for Purdue in October

When Purdue travels to Champaign to play Illinois on Saturday, it will officially be October. To steal a bit from Sesame Street, this column will be sponsored by numbers.

Purdue Gets Late Kickoff Slot for Matchup vs. Minnesota in Week 6

Purdue officially has a kickoff time for its Week 6 clash against Minnesota at Ross-Ade Stadium. The Boilermakers and Golden Gophers will play under the lights in West Lafayette on Saturday, Oct.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 28

Dave Shondell Provides Update on Purdue Senior Kenna Wollard

No. 10 Purdue was on the wrong side of a 3-0 sweep to No. 6 Wisconsin on Sunday at Mackey Arena, but that wasn't the most important thing to head coach Dave Shondell and his players on that particular afternoon.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 27

3 Thoughts From No. 10 Purdue Volleyball's 3-Set Loss to No. 6 Wisconsin

The stage was set for a massive top-10 showdown in Mackey Arena on Sunday afternoon between No. 6 Wisconsin and No. 10 Purdue. But the Badgers flexed their muscles in West Lafayette, cruising to a three-set victory.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 27

Key Quotes From Matt Painter After Purdue's First Open Practice of Fall

Practice is in full swing in West Lafayette, as Purdue returned to the hardwood on Tuesday for the first official practice for the 2026-27 campaign. The Boilermakers are starting a new chapter, and there are plenty of questions heading into a fresh season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 25

Purdue Volleyball Announces Free Student Tickets to Mackey Match vs. No. 6 Wisconsin

For the third time this season, Purdue students wanting to catch the volleyball team in action at Mackey Arena can do so for free. The program announced this week that students can get in free for Sunday's top-10 showdown between the 10th-ranked Boilermakers and No.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 24

3 Thoughts From No. 10 Purdue Volleyball's Sweep Over Maryland to Open Big Ten Play

Tenth-ranked Purdue started Big Ten play off on the right foot on Thursday night inside Holloway Gymnasium. The Boilermakers posted a sixth-straight sweep, taking down Maryland 3-0 (25-16, 25-22, 25-9) to start conference play with a 1-0 record.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 23

The Impressive Numbers Behind Freshman Addy Tindall's Hot Start at Purdue

In a league loaded with talent, Purdue freshman Addy Tindall has risen to the top. Through non-conference play, the young outside hitter has produced at a high level and is one of the top players at the net through the first month of the 2026 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 23

4 Boilermakers Among Top Offensive Big Ten Players Through Week 3

It's far too early to suggest that the "basketball on grass" style of offense has fully returned to West Lafayette, but Purdue has enjoyed plenty of success on that side of the football through three weeks.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 22

Boiler Breakdown: Pressure Is Mounting on Barry Odom at Purdue

It may be a bit early to put Barry Odom on the hot seat, but it’s fair to say this is the most pressure he’s ever had to start winning. Odom was fine at his alma mater, Missouri, going 25-25 before being fired following postseason sanctions handed down by the NCAA.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 22

5 Noteworthy Items as Purdue Basketball Officially Begins Practice for 2026-27 Season

The start of the college basketball season has almost arrived. In October, Purdue will play three exhibition games to prepare for the 2026-27 campaign.

College Football News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 22

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly After Purdue Football's First 3 Games

The first three games of Purdue's 2026 season have been a roller coaster. The Boilermakers have experienced the highs of an explosive and efficient offense, as well as the lows of a struggling and undisciplined defense.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / September 22

Notre Dame vs. Purdue odds: Opening point spread revealed

Notre Dame and Purdue will go head-to-head in Week 4 of the 2026 college football season, and the odds for the matchup have been revealed via Polymarket. The kickoff time and how to watch the game are also available.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 21

'I've Got Thick Skin': Purdue DC Kevin Kane Blocking Out Negativity After UCLA Loss

Kevin Kane is rolling with the punches right now. After Purdue allowed UCLA's offense to pile up 645 yards in a 52-38 loss on Saturday, the defensive coordinator knows there's plenty of noise about the Boilermakers' 1-2 start.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 21

Most Important Quotes From Purdue Coach Barry Odom's Week 4 Press Conference

Purdue was back in West Lafayette on Monday after a long trip out West for its Big Ten opener against UCLA. Despite a great offensive performance, the Boilers returned home with a loss, falling to 1-2 on the season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 21

Quarterly Report Card: Grading Purdue Football Through 3 Games

Purdue is through the first three weeks of the college football season, and it's not been the start most were hoping to see. The Boilermakers have found themselves in a position to begin the year 3-0, but costly mistakes have Barry Odom's team sitting with a 1-2 record through the first quarter of the 2026 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 20

Hammering Down: Barry Odom Must Take Control of Purdue's Defense

The experiment needed to have its final run in Pasadena on Saturday night ... or Sunday morning. Barry Odom gave Kevin Kane a second chance in West Lafayette, an opportunity to right the wrongs that unfolded during the 2024 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 19

3 Thoughts After No. 11 Purdue's Sweep of UCF to Close Out Stacey Clark Classic

Purdue's winning streak continued on Saturday afternoon inside the friendly walls of Holloway Gymnasium. The Boilermakers swept UCF on the third day of the Stacey Clark Classic, going 2-0 in the event and picking up their fifth straight victory.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 19

Two More Boilermakers to Miss Purdue's Big Ten Opener vs. UCLA

Three Boilermakers will miss Purdue's Big Ten opener against UCLA on Saturday night in Pasadena. The two teams updated their availability reports on Friday night, and two more players were listed as "out" for the conference clash.

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 / Field Level Media / September 9

Purdue plots more balanced attack against Wake Forest

After routing FCS foe Indiana State to start the season behind a big effort from quarterback Ryan Browne, Purdue figures Saturday's visit from Wake Forest could require greater reliance on the ground game.