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Big Ten Network Analyst Bruce Weber Weighs In On Purdue's Outlook for 2025-26 Season

It's no secret that expectations in West Lafayette are through the roof. We're seven months away from the start of the college basketball season, and already Purdue is penciled in as the favorite to win the Big Ten and one of the top picks to win the 2026 national championship.

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Purdue Football: Post Spring Position Assessment: Tight End

Purdue’s tight ends should be able to block, but can anyone catch the ball? As with every position group on the 2025 squad, the transfer portal has played a significant role in shaping the tight end position at Purdue.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 29

Purdue Women's Basketball Announces Hire of New Assistant Coach

Purdue coach Katie Gearlds has added a new assistant to the staff. On Tuesday, the program announced that former San Jose State coach April Phillips will be joining the Boilermakers staff as the associate head coach for the 2025-26 women's college basketball season.

Hammer and Rails Readers Reacts Survey - Is Daniel Jacobsen’s Return the Most Impactful for Next Season?

As promised, Daniel Jacobsen is involved in the questions this week. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Purdue Boilermakers fans and fans across the country.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 29

Purdue Men’s Basketball Releases Its 2025-26 Big Ten Opponents

Though dates have not been announced yet, Purdue will know where it has to travel in conference play. Purdue Men’s Basketball has announced where the Boilermakers will play against the remaining 17 Big Ten Opponents for the 2025-26 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 29

ESPN Projects Purdue as Top Overall Seed in 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

If the 2025-26 college basketball season plays out the way ESPN expects, Purdue will have a fortuitous path to a potential national championship. This week, ESPN's Joe Lunardi debuted his Bracketology for the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 28

Purdue Earns Transfer Pledge From Former Utah Wide Receiver

David Washington is trading in Salt Lake City for West Lafayette. On Monday, Purdue landed a commitment from the former Utah wide receiver, another important transfer portal addition for coach Barry Odom and the Boilermakers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 28

Purdue Basketball Commit Omer Mayer Named Top-50 Player by Recruiting Website

Incoming Purdue recruit Omer Mayer is considered one of the top-50 players in the 2025 recruiting class, according to On3. The recruiting website re-ranked the top-150 prospects of the cycle and the future Boilermaker was included as a four-star talent.

Brian Waddell News / Hammer and Rails / April 27

Brian Waddell Chooses Bellarmine

Good luck to the Purdue legacy. Brian Waddell came to Purdue with a lot to live up to following the legacy of his father Matt. That’s never an easy position to be in.

Purdue Boilermakers News / The Spun / April 25

Big Ten Team Mascot Involved In Deadly Crash

One person is dead and two people have been sent to the hospital following a serious crash involving the Purdue Boilermakers' mascot. According to WLFI via WKRC, the Purdue University train mascot "the Boilermaker Special" collided with another vehicle while driving down the highway.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 25

5-Star Forward in 2026 Recruiting Class Includes Purdue in Top-15

One of the top prospects in the 2026 class is still considering a commitment to Purdue. Friday, five-star forward Anthony Thompson revealed the top-15 schools he's still considering, with the Boilermakers still in the mix.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 25

Purdue Football: Post Spring Position Breakdown - Running Back

With a mostly returning group, it appears to be a pretty clear shakeout. With more of a solidified view of the roster after the Spring Showcase, what will each running back bring to the table?

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 25

Mackey Arena to Host Inaugural IHSAA Boys Volleyball State Finals

One of Indiana's iconic basketball venues will transform into a volleyball court next month. Friday, the Indiana High School Athletic Association announced that the inaugural IHSAA Boys Volleyball State Finals will be held at Mackey Arena on Purdue's campus.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 25

Purdue Women's Basketball Picks Up Transfer Commitment From UNCW Starting Guard

Coach Katie Gearlds and her staff continue to build through the NCAA transfer portal. On Thursday, the Purdue women's basketball team landed a commitment from transfer guard Taylor Henderson.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 25

Former Purdue WBB Player Ella Collier Lands High School Coaching Job

Former Purdue guard Ella Collier already has a job in basketball lined up following the conclusion of her college career. On Friday, it was announced that the former Boilermaker will be the next coach of the Danville High School girls basketball team.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 25

Purdue Men's Basketball Headed to Bahamas For 2025-26 MTE Tournament

The Purdue men's basketball team will be trading in puffy jackets and gloves for flip-flops and sunglasses this November ... at least for a few days. The Boilermakers are headed to the Bahamas to participate in the Baha Mar Hoops Challenge early in the 2025-26 season, per PurdueForLife.org.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Report: Purdue WBB Among 3 Finalists For Talented International Guard

The Purdue women's basketball team is in great shape to land one of the top international guards in the 2025 recruiting class. According to a report from On3's Talia Goodman, the Boilermakers are among three finalists to land Hila Karsh, who spent last summer playing with the Israel U20 National Team.

Brian Waddell News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Former Purdue Forward Brian Waddell Announces Transfer Destination

Brian Waddell is headed to Bellarmine. The former Boilermaker announced his transfer destination via a post on social media on Thursday evening. He is one of four Purdue players who entered the transfer portal following the 2024-25 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Purdue Adds to 2026 Recruiting Class With Pledge From Alabama Tight End

A tight end out of Alabama is headed to Big Ten country. On Thursday, three-star prospect Ar'Mari Towns announced his commitment to Purdue, becoming the sixth member of the 2026 recruiting class to verbally pledge to Barry Odom and the Boilermakers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Purdue Among Top Schools Under Consideration For Top-15 Prospect in 2026 Class

One of the top prospects in the 2026 recruiting class is giving Purdue some strong consideration. Taylen Kinney, a top-15 talent with two dozen offers, has West Lafayette as a potential landing spot for his college basketball career, per a report.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

ESPN Ranks Purdue Basketball No. 1 After Transfer Portal Window Closes

With college basketball's transfer portal now closed, ESPN has gone through the process of re-ranking the top-25 teams heading into the 2025-26 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 24

Purdue Basketball Offseason Homework: Daniel Jacobsen

The touted freshman suffered a shortened season but returns fully healthy for off season workouts A highly anticipated freshman season for the 7’4 big man was cut short because of an injury that was sustained in the second game of the season.

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 21

Purdue adds two former Georgia WRs in transfer portal

Purdue bets on upside with addition of two former Georgia WRs in transfer portal

Barry Odom is the new head coach of the Purdue Boilermakers' football program and he has his work cut out for him.

North Carolina QB Ryan Browne transfers back to Purdue

Ranking the new college football coaching hires for 2025

Braden Smith News / NIL on SI / April 20

Purdue Basketball Star Hosts Youth Skills Camp, Shines Positive Light on NIL Deals

Even during the offseason, senior guard Braden Smith is making an impact on the Purdue Boilermakers community. The Braden Smith Youth Camp brought in 200 fans and young basketball players together for a skills camp that was unlike any other in the community.

From Purdue to MSU: Former Purdue player Rashunda Jones Officially Signs With Michigan State

Michigan State Women's basketball took to Instagram just a few hours ago to announce that sophomore Rashunda has signed with the Spartans Rashunda Jones, who spent two seasons with the Purdue Boilermakers, announced her commitment to MSU women's basketball five days ago and the program made it official today.