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Purdue Football Names 6 Team Captains for 2026 Season

With just a few days until opening kickoff, Purdue has named its team captains for the 2026 season. The Boilermakers anointed six players as leaders of the program this year, three on offense and three on defense.

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No. 14 Purdue Volleyball vs. No. 12 Texas A&M: Scout, Preview

The Boilermakers are back in Mackey Arena on Tuesday night. No. 14 Purdue will host No. 12 Texas A&M on the first night of the Big Ten-SEC Challenge, hoping to bounce back after suffering a season-opening loss to No.

What is Grace Heaney's Status for Purdue vs. Texas A&M in Big Ten-SEC Challenge?

The status of Purdue All-American Grace Heaney for this week's matches against No. 12 Texas A&M and Georgia in the Big Ten-SEC Challenge remains unknown right now.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 31

Biggest Takeaways From Purdue Coach Barry Odom's Week 1 Press Conference

Purdue's first game of the 2026 season is just days away. The Boilermakers open the year on Friday, hosting Indiana State under the lights at Ross-Ade Stadium.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 29

What Purdue's Fall Camp Told Us About Coach Barry Odom's Vision

Barry Odom has much more confidence in his team as he enters his second year at the helm in West Lafayette. After a 2-10 campaign a year ago, the Purdue head coach is expecting the program to take some big steps forward in 2026.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 28

5 Thoughts From No. 9 Purdue's 5-Set Loss to No. 13 Creighton

A late rally in the fifth set was too little too late for No. 9 Purdue on Friday night. The Boilermakers dropped their season opener to No. 13 Creighton in Sioux Falls, 3-2 (25-19, 22-25, 23-25, 25-11, 11-15) despite a valiant effort.

Travis Terrell News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 28

Biggest Winner From Purdue's Fall Camp and What His Role Will Be Now

Purdue's coaching staff might be pleased with the development of several players during fall camp, but one name kept surfacing in August. Jackson State transfer running back Travis Terrell Jr.

No. 9 Purdue vs. No. 13 Creighton: Scout, Preview and TV Info

The volleyball season officially begins for No. 9 Purdue on Friday, as the Boilermakers travel to Sioux Falls, S.D., for a showdown with No. 13 Creighton at the Sanford Pentagon.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 27

Purdue Settles on Kicking Situation to Start 2026 Season

It took all fall camp to come to a decision, but Purdue knows how it will handle kicking responsibilities for the 2026 season. Special teams coach James Shibest revealed how the Boilermakers will move forward, at least for the first game of the year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 27

Purdue's Kenna Wollard Releases Statement on Absence from Team

Purdue outside hitter Kenna Wollard has released a statement regarding her current absence from the team. The senior posted a heartfelt message on Instagram on Thursday afternoon.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 26

What's the Status of Purdue Outside Hitter Kenna Wollard Ahead of Season Opener?

Purdue isn't sure when it will have preseason National Player of the Year candidate and senior outside hitter Kenna Wollard back in the lineup. Mike Carmin of Greater Lafayette Sports Report provided an update on the Boilermaker star after a conversation with head coach Dave Shondell.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 26

One Potential Purdue Basketball Lineup That Intrigues Me for the 2026-27 Season

For a decade now, Purdue has been touted as a program that gets, develops and highlights big men. It's one of the premier destinations in college basketball for guys who play the four and five positions, and that probably isn't going to change anytime soon.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 26

5 Bold Predictions for Purdue Football in 2026

The days on the calendar remaining until Purdue kicks off the 2026 football season against Indiana State continue to dwindle. The Boilermakers are inching closer to that Sept.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 25

3 Purdue True Freshmen Who Are Having a Strong Fall Camp

Purdue added more than 20 recruits from the high school ranks in the 2026 class and is hoping that a handful can step up and make a quick impact. Who are the most likely candidates?

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 25

5 Purdue Football Transfer Additions Who Have Helped Their Case in Fall Camp

Fall camp is winding down in West Lafayette, and Purdue will soon shift its attention to preparations for Indiana State and the start of the 2026 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 24

Key Quotes From Barry Odom as Purdue Begins Final Week of Fall Camp

Believe it or not, this is the final week of fall camp in West Lafayette. Purdue is less than two weeks away from its season opener against Indiana State on Sept.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 24

Two Defensive Players Absent From Purdue's Practice — How it Affects the Boilers

Purdue defensive players Smiley Bradford and Anthony Speca have been absent from practice recently; two guys expected to factor into the Boilermakers' equation at different positions this fall.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 23

Purdue Volleyball Hoping For Swarm of Students to Invade Mackey for Home Openers

When the Purdue volleyball team hits the floor for the first time in West Lafayette on Sept. 1, it's hoping that a swarm of students will fill up Mackey Arena.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 23

3 Biggest Takeaways From Big Ten Network's Stop at Purdue's Fall Camp

The Big Ten Network crew was in West Lafayette over the weekend to catch Purdue in action on the practice field. Dave Revsine, Gerry DiNardo and Jake Butt observed the Boilermakers, spoke with players and coaches, and provided their own insights from their day in town.

Previewing Big Ten Network's Visit to Purdue Football Fall Camp

The Big Ten Network's tour bus is making a stop in West Lafayette this weekend. On Sunday, a group of college football analysts will swing by Purdue to check in on Barry Odom and the Boilermakers to see how things are progressing in his second season as head coach.

George Burhenn News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 22

3 Reasons Why Purdue TE George Burhenn Can Win Comeback Player of the Year Award

After missing a majority of the last two seasons because of injuries, Purdue tight end George Burhenn has found his name on college football's Comeback Player of the Year Watch List for 2026.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 21

Barry Odom Speaks on Importance of Purdue's Revenue Streams to Football Program

Purdue head coach Barry Odom has spoken multiple times this summer about the importance of finding new revenue streams for the football program and athletic department moving forward.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / August 6

Purdue’s new AD got roasted for his stupid comment about Indiana

Purdue’s new athletic director did not exactly make the best first impression in his introductory press conference. The Boilermakers introduced Tommy McClelland to the media on Thursday, and his initial prepared statement included a jab at rival Indiana that did not exactly land.

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 6