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Purdue Can End Two Unfortunate Droughts With Win Over Rutgers on Saturday

A month that once looked manageable on the schedule has gotten away from Purdue. On Saturday, the Boilermakers will play their final game of October, hosting Rutgers for Homecoming.

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How Does QB Malachi Singleton Change Purdue's Offense?

Purdue may have a new quarterback under center to start Saturday's game against Rutgers. With Ryan Browne's status in doubt after suffering a shoulder injury against Northwestern, Malachi Singleton could be the one to lead the Boilermakers on Homecoming.

Trey Kaufman-Renn News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 21

Exclusion from All-America Team Rare for Player of Trey Kaufman-Renn's Caliber

If you believe that Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn has been disrespected by the media over the last year, you may be correct. Based on his stats from last season, it's incredibly rare for a player of his caliber to not receive All-American honors from the Associated Press.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 20

Purdue Moves Up in AVCA Poll, Taylor Anderson Earns Big Ten Volleyball Honor

Purdue continues to defy the odds during the 2025 college volleyball season. After a perfect 2-0 week, the Boilermakers moved up a spot in the AVCA rankings and junior setter Taylor Anderson earned her first Big Ten honor of the year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Yardbarker / October 20

Purdue's Smith gets massive honor ahead of 2025-26 season

Purdue's Braden Smith gets massive honor ahead of 2025-26 season

Smith is heading into what should be his final season with the Boilermakers after a tremendous run over the past three seasons.

The 'Active NCAA Tournament appearance streak leaders' quiz

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 20

Big Ten Adds Another Night Kickoff to Purdue's Schedule

Another night game is on the schedule for the Boilermakers. On Monday, the Big Ten released its complete schedule for Week 10 of the season, a weekend in which Purdue travels to Ann Arbor for a showdown with No.

Ryan Browne News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 20

Barry Odom Provides Update on Injured Purdue Quarterback Ryan Browne

Purdue may have a new starting quarterback for Saturday's Homecoming game against Rutgers. Head coach Barry Odom said that Ryan Browne is currently "doubtful" for this weekend's Big Ten clash.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 19

Dave Shondell Hits Impressive Career Milestone as Purdue Volleyball Sweeps Rutgers

You can start calling Dave Shondell "Mr. 500." On Sunday afternoon, the Purdue volleyball head coach picked up his 500th career victory, leading the Boilermakers to a 3-0 sweep over Rutgers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 19

Final Stats From Purdue Basketball's Fan Day Scrimmages

Sophomore guards Gicarri Harris and CJ Cox might have been the two players who stood out the most from Saturday's scrimmages during Fan Day. The two led the way in the scoring column across three 12-minute scrimmages.

Spread Released for Purdue's Homecoming Game vs. Rutgers

Purdue has yet to be a favorite this season against a Power Four opponent. That trend will continue into another week. Rutgers has opened as a narrow favorite for Saturday's game in West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 19

Everything Purdue Coach Barry Odom Said Following Loss to Northwestern

Purdue suffered an ugly 19-0 loss to Northwestern in Evanston on Saturday, falling to 2-5 on the season and 0-4 in Big Ten play. It was one of the worst performances of the season for the Boilermakers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 18

Purdue Fans Vent Frustration Following 19-0 Loss to Northwestern

For most of the year, Purdue has looked like a team that has made dramatic improvement from one year ago. On Saturday, though, it felt like the Boilermakers took a major step back in a 19-0 loss to Northwestern.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 18

Purdue's Atrocious First Half Numbers vs. Northwestern

Purdue's first half against Northwestern was about as ugly as it gets. The Boilermakers only trailed the Wildcats 13-0 through the first two quarters, but that score hardly told the story.

Purdue Boilermakers News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 18

Purdue is getting a large quarterback in Corin Berry for 2026

The Purdue Boilermakers are struggling in the 2025 season at 2-4, losing four in a row heading into this weekend’s game against the Northwestern Wildcats.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Where Purdue Stands in ESPN's Initial Volleyball Bracketology

A hot start to the 2025 season has put Purdue in an excellent position in ESPN's initial College Volleyball Bracketology. The Boilermakers are currently among the teams expected to receive a top-three seed in the NCAA Tournament.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

How Weather Could Impact Saturday's Purdue-Northwestern Game

There are probably some Purdue fans reading this who saw the headline and immediately thought, "Please, God, not another weather delay." I don't believe that's on the docket for Saturday's game between Purdue and Northwestern, but there is a chance of rain in the forecast.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Texas Wide Receiver Becomes Purdue's First Commitment of 2027 Recruiting Class

Purdue has its first verbal commitment of the 2027 class. On Thursday, the Boilermakers landed a pledge from wide receiver Dallas Crescenzo, a three-star prospect out of Texas.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Purdue Has Some Long, Ugly Losing Streaks — Will They End vs. Northwestern?

It looked like it was going to be over. Last Saturday, Purdue owned a 20-13 lead against Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium as the game entered the fourth quarter.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

Can you name every men's college basketball team that has held the top spot in the AP Preseason poll since it expanded to 25 teams in 1989-90?

The 'Active NCAA Tournament appearance streak leaders' quiz

The 'Men's Final Fours since 2000' quiz

The 'Most men's NCAA Tournament appearances' quiz

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Matt Painter's Best Comments From Big Ten Media Days Could Be a Life Lesson For All

If there's one thing Purdue coach Matt Painter wants college basketball players to understand, it's that money isn't everything. That was a message at Big Ten Basketball Media Days that could apply to everyone.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Purdue Volleyball Continues to Absolutely Dominate Indiana Under Dave Shondell

Death, taxes, and Dave Shondell leading Purdue to a win over Indiana. The 12th-ranked Boilermakers picked up a victory over the 22nd-ranked Hoosiers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday night, winning the Monon Spike Match in four sets.