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Notre Dame faces Purdue in final Big 10 test before national schedule
sports14 days ago

Notre Dame faces Purdue in final Big 10 test before national schedule

Notre Dame travels to West Lafayette to face Purdue on Saturday, concluding their Big 10 schedule. The Irish are heavy favorites, with key questions surrounding their ability to cover a large point spread, the emergence of running back Nolan James, and quarterback Joey O’Brien’s performance without receivers Brauntae Johnson and Luke Talich. This matchup is part of a significant college football week featuring high-profile games across the country.

Purdue coach hints at dropping Notre Dame as 18-year winless streak looms
sports15 days ago

Purdue coach hints at dropping Notre Dame as 18-year winless streak looms

Purdue head coach Barry Odom has signaled potential changes to the program's schedule, stating he must do what is 'best for Purdue' regarding future matchups. This comment follows a pattern of other coaches questioning traditional rivalries, particularly with Notre Dame, which has been a frequent target for scheduling cuts. The upcoming game between the two teams is scheduled for Saturday in West Lafayette, where the Boilermakers face a significant challenge against the highly ranked Fighting Irish.

Purdue-UCLA Showdown Faces Key Availability Questions
football21 days ago

Purdue-UCLA Showdown Faces Key Availability Questions

Second Purdue availability report ahead of the Big Ten opener at UCLA shows multiple key players in question: starting cornerbacks Mister Clark and Raderrion Daniels and tight end Kylan Fox are listed OUT; left tackle Joey Tanona is doubtful with an ankle injury, with Oklahoma State transfer Nuku Mafi starting so far; defensive end Elo Modozie is questionable; if Modozie cannot play, Purdue’s edge group (Jeremy Lewis, Keyshawn Burgos, Trey Smith, Breeon Ishmail, CJ Madden) would be counted on to absorb extra snaps.

Purdue's new AD backtracks on rival jab after cringe-worthy intro
sports2 months ago

Purdue's new AD backtracks on rival jab after cringe-worthy intro

Purdue’s newly appointed athletic director Tommy McClelland apologizes for an offhand jab at in-state rival Indiana during his introductory press conference, saying the remark landed poorly and he knew the moment it left his mouth. He clarified the comment on The Pat McAfee Show, framed rivalries as a key part of college athletics, and emphasized he will set a high standard to raise Purdue’s program, even as the football team has struggled (3-21 in the past two years) and the goal remains championships.

Purdue’s New AD McClelland Fires Championship jab at Indiana
sports2 months ago

Purdue’s New AD McClelland Fires Championship jab at Indiana

New Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland used his introductory press conference to jab at Indiana, declaring, ‘If you don’t want to win championships, go to Indiana,’ while pledging to put student-athletes at the center and pursue championships. McClelland, formerly Rice’s athletic director and a former Vanderbilt deputy AD, is framed against Purdue–Indiana history, noting Indiana’s recent football prominence and Purdue’s long-standing series lead and Big Ten legacy. The two programs are set to meet on November 28 in what will be the season finale for both teams.

Purdue's New AD Kicks Off With a Championship Jab at Indiana
sports2 months ago

Purdue's New AD Kicks Off With a Championship Jab at Indiana

Purdue’s new athletic director Tommy McClelland opened his tenure with a tongue-in-cheek jab at Indiana—“If you don’t want to win championships, go to Indiana”—in his introductory news conference, a remark Purdue called jest. The quip comes as Indiana currently leads the football rivalry, with the Hoosiers outscoring Purdue 122-3 over the last two seasons, and amid Purdue’s broader push to boost revenue to fund a competitive football program under coach Barry Odom. The piece also contrasts IU’s Curt Cignetti era, Purdue basketball success, and McClelland’s plans to grow resources across the athletics department.

Purdue's New AD Takes a Rivalry Shot During Introductory Press Conference
sports2 months ago

Purdue's New AD Takes a Rivalry Shot During Introductory Press Conference

Purdue introduced its new athletic director, Tommy McClelland, who used his introductory press conference to jab at rival Indiana with a 'win championships' remark, drawing mixed reactions as he pledges to raise Purdue athletics; Indiana has recent bragging rights in football and basketball and has won the last two Old Oaken Bucket games 122-3.

Levu's Ninth-Inning Walk-Off Sac Fly Sends No. 1 UCLA to Big Ten Semis
baseball4 months ago

Levu's Ninth-Inning Walk-Off Sac Fly Sends No. 1 UCLA to Big Ten Semis

Mulivai Levu's walk-off sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth capped UCLA's 4-3 comeback win over Purdue in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals, sending the No. 1 Bruins to the semifinals against USC. UCLA erased a 3-0 deficit with an eighth-inning rally that included Roman Martin's RBI triple and Payton Brennan's RBI single to tie the game at 3-3, then Levu delivered the decisive hit on his 2-for-3 night as Easton Hawk and the bullpen closed it out.

NBC sticks with Peacock-exclusive Notre Dame game in 2026, Purdue eyed as likely pick
sports5 months ago

NBC sticks with Peacock-exclusive Notre Dame game in 2026, Purdue eyed as likely pick

Notre Dame's 2026 schedule includes seven NBC home games plus one Peacock-exclusive game that hasn't been officially announced yet. The most likely Peacock game is the Sept. 26 matchup at Purdue, consistent with NBC’s Big Ten alignment, though Navy at Foxborough is also a possible neutral-site option; NBC says the Peacock game will be revealed soon.

Barkley Critiques Arizona's Effort as Purdue Surges to Halftime Lead
sports6 months ago

Barkley Critiques Arizona's Effort as Purdue Surges to Halftime Lead

At halftime of Purdue vs. Arizona, Charles Barkley criticized Arizona's first-half effort, pointing to Purdue’s edge on the boards and Arizona’s shooting struggles. Purdue closed the half strong with strong defense and multi-shot opportunities, while Arizona’s Bradley and Krivas have to elevate their play for a comeback. The Wildcats need to win the paint and curb Purdue’s pace if they want to stay competitive in the game.

Arizona storms into Final Four with late surge over Purdue
sports6 months ago

Arizona storms into Final Four with late surge over Purdue

Arizona trailed Purdue by seven at halftime but exploded for a 48-26 second half to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 2001. Coach Tommy Lloyd emphasized a player-led locker room and effective halftime adjustments, while players praised defense on Purdue’s guards, the team’s togetherness, and the support from a passionate Tucson crowd as they prepare for Indiana. Koa Peat and other Wildcats were highlighted for delivering in key moments as Arizona cemented its historic run.

Arizona Breaks 25-Year Final Four Drought with Second-Half Rally Over Purdue
sports6 months ago

Arizona Breaks 25-Year Final Four Drought with Second-Half Rally Over Purdue

Arizona erased a seven-point halftime deficit and pulled away in the second half to defeat Purdue 79-64, earning a long-awaited Final Four berth for the first time since 2001. Freshman Koa Peat led the effort with 20 points as Arizona controlled the paint and sealed the win, setting up a possible showdown with Michigan or Tennessee in Indianapolis. Purdue’s trio of seniors—Loyer, Smith, and Kaufman-Renn—also wrote a memorable chapter, ending their era as they exit the tournament.

Boilermakers Tackle Arizona in a Slow-Tempo, Experience-Driven Preview
sports6 months ago

Boilermakers Tackle Arizona in a Slow-Tempo, Experience-Driven Preview

Purdue faces KenPom No. 1 Arizona in a high-stakes showdown that should favor Purdue’s experience if they can slow the pace and control the boards. The piece outlines Arizona’s young, talented roster, Purdue’s veteran rotation led by Braden Smith, and suggests a grind-it-out game that pairs Purdue’s set defense with limiting fast-breaks, trading 2-pointers for Purdue’s 3s, to keep the game within reach and potentially pull off an upset.