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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.

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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.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 21

Key Quotes From Purdue's 11th Practice of Fall Camp

Two full weeks have now passed since Purdue began fall camp, bringing the Boilermakers closer to their season opener against Indiana State on Sept. 4. Barry Odom's team was back to work on Friday, as it prepares for the final week of camp before entering prep week for the Sycamores.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 20

5 Takeaways From Matt Painter's Interview That Purdue Fans Need to Know Right Now

For the first time since Zach Edey left, Purdue is facing some major questions heading into a college basketball season. The Boilermakers will have to replace a lot of production from the past two seasons, but head coach Matt Painter remains optimistic about the outlook for his program.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 20

Matt Painter Explains Why Enzo Shahrvin's Eligibility Will Be Critical For Purdue

Months have passed since Enzo Shahrvin committed to play at Purdue. The calendar is approaching November, and the big man from France is still awaiting an answer on his eligibility status from the NCAA.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 20

Key Quotes From Purdue's 10th Practice of Fall Camp

Purdue head coach Barry Odom wanted to mix some things up this week. On Wednesday night, the Boilermakers practiced at night, a way to give his team some experience later in the day before the start of the season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 19

High School Football Season Begins Friday for Four Purdue 2027 In-State Commits

Football season is kicking off in Indiana this week. The IHSAA season begins on Friday, Aug. 21, and four future Boilermakers will be in action, giving fans a chance for fans to see what these Purdue commits have to offer.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 19

11 Preseason All-Americans Purdue Football Will Face in 2026

Not only does Purdue have the challenge of playing five teams ranked in the Associated Press' Preseason Poll during the 2026 season, but it will also face nearly a dozen preseason All-American selections.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 19

Purdue Women's Basketball Officially Adds Slovenian PG to 2026-27 Roster

An official signing took a few extra months, but the Purdue women's basketball team has added Slovenian point guard Zoja Stirn to the 2026-27 roster. The program announced that she has officially signed with the Boilermakers for the upcoming season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 18

Where Does Purdue Land on ESPN's Latest Bracketology for 2027 NCAA Tournament?

Purdue has earned a top-four seed in the NCAA Tournament in nine consecutive seasons, but ESPN's Joe Lunardi is predicting that streak will end this year.

Joey Tanona News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 18

Two Purdue Offensive Linemen Who Can Benefit in Absence of Joey Tanona

Projected starting left tackle Joey Tanona is nursing a sprained ankle in fall camp, leaving Purdue's offensive line without its ankle for a period of time.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 17

Which Preseason Top 25 Opponent Does Purdue Have the Best Chance to Upset in 2026?

Purdue might miss some heavy hitters during the 2026 college football season, but it still plays a tough slate this fall. That was re-emphasized on Monday, when the Associated Press released its preseason poll for the upcoming year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 17

Key Quotes From Barry Odom From Purdue's Ninth Practice of Fall Camp

Purdue has reached the midway point of fall camp. Not only did the Boilermakers complete their first scrimmage of August over the weekend, but they're now nine practices in, working hard with that Sept.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 17

Stock Soaring For One Purdue Freshman Midway Through Fall Camp

Purdue is halfway through fall camp, and already one freshman is turning heads in West Lafayette. Brock Brownfield, a three-star lineman out of New Palestine, Ind., is the youngster worth buying stock on with the 2026 season just around the corner.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 17

Identifying Purdue Football's Biggest Area of Growth From 2025 Season

You could probably run down a long list of the ways Purdue is in a better situation during fall camp than where it stood a year ago. One thing stands out more than the rest, though, and it's something that brought a smile to coach Barry Odom's face when discussing it.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 14

Five Questions Purdue Football Would Love to Have Answered After Its First Scrimmage

More than a full week in to fall camp, Purdue is going to hit the field this weekend for its first scrimmage. It's an opportunity for head coach Barry Odom and his staff to get an early look at his team in a game-like setting.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 14

Key Quotes From Purdue's Seventh Practice of Fall Camp

On the final day of practice before Purdue holds its first scrimmage of fall camp, the defensive end room talked about its expectations for the upcoming season.

Drew Brees News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 14

Drew Brees Shares Fiery, Impassioned Message He Had For Purdue's Football Team

Earlier this week, Purdue welcomed a legend back to campus. Newly inducted Pro Football Hall of Famer Drew Brees stopped by practice on Monday, fresh off a weekend-long celebration in Canton.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 13

Key Quotes From Purdue's Sixth Practice of Fall Camp

After a day away from the field, Purdue returned on Thursday for its sixth practice of fall camp. The quarterbacks were at the forefront in West Lafayette, as individuals from that room met with reporters to talk about their growth and development so far.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 13

One Major Area Purdue Football Must Clean Up for 2026 Season

If you tossed out a general question about what Purdue needed to improve upon from last season, you'd probably receive more than a dozen different answers, and all of them would be valid.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 12

BTN Analyst Sets High Bar for Purdue 2027 Commits Isaiah Hill, Kevin Savage

During the summer months, Purdue may have had some of its biggest recruiting wins under head coach Matt Painter. In May, the Boilermakers landed four-star center and Indianapolis native Isaiah Hill, the highest-rated commit in program history.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 12

Why This Purdue Football Team Feels Different Than Last Year

Coming away with any extreme conclusion after just a week of fall camp is extremely difficult. While we can make plenty of observations and read into what members of the coaching staff are (and aren't) saying, nobody will really know what this Purdue team can accomplish until it hosts Wake Forest on Sept.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / August 12

What We Learned Through Purdue's First Week of Fall Camp

The first full week of fall camp is in the books in West Lafayette. Purdue, which started camp last Thursday, has now completed five practices and is inching closer to the season-opening kickoff against Indiana State on sept.

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.