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The Irish will open the year at Lambeau Field, travel across the country, and host a series of high‑profile games, all while aiming for a College Football Playoff return.
Purdue is exploring the addition of Enzo Shahrvin, a French player currently in the EuroLeague, to address frontcourt needs for the 2026‑27 season. His potential arrival hinges on visa approval, NCAA clearance, and new eligibility rules.
Four-star point guard Kevin Savage III announced his commitment to Purdue, choosing the Boilermakers over a slate of elite programs after a standout spring on the Adidas 3SSB circuit.
Pro Football Focus left every Clemson player off its preseason top 50 for 2026, omitting linebacker Sammy Brown, edge rusher Will Heldt and receivers Bryant Wesco Jr. and T.J. Moore, a snub that fuels coach Dabo Swinney’s motivation ahead of the Oct. 3 clash with Miami.
The NCAA's new five‑year eligibility rule, effective January 1, 2027, removes redshirt restrictions for athletes who enter college by age 19, while programs like Purdue confront fresh roster questions centered on quarterback Ryan Browne.
Although ESPN ranks Purdue No. 67 for the 2026 season, a strong transfer class, a returning starter and a lighter schedule offer hope for a breakout year.
The University of Tennessee has released its full slate of opponents for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball season, highlighting traditional SEC rivals, a marquee stint at the Players Era Festival and a home‑and‑home series with Big Ten powerhouses.
A wave of moves sees former Purdue graduate assistants Carson Barrett and Isaiah Thompson assume new coaching roles, while the Boilermakers announce fresh graduate assistants ahead of another promising season.
The Mountaineers announced the hiring of Carson Barrett, a seasoned recruiter and strategist, to bolster their coaching staff for the 2026‑27 season.
The University of Evansville women's soccer team has released its 2026 slate, highlighting eight home games at Arad McCutchan Stadium and a series of marquee matchups against Power‑4 and conference opponents.
A look at the ten programs most likely to capture their inaugural 2027 national championship, shaped by the transfer portal and NIL opportunities.
After a year-long recovery from a stress fracture, Burgess is ready to bring depth, shooting and defensive intensity to the Boilermakers.
C.J. Cox and Gicarri Harris are poised to lead a young Purdue squad through a season of transition, bringing new energy and accountability to the program.
Rich Mount, whose bloodline includes legendary basketball figures, spent 25 years as a Lebanon police officer, using his stature and family name to mentor local youth while serving the community he grew up in.
Purdue’s walk‑on wide receiver Nolan Buckman, a recent Academic All‑Big Ten honoree, is carving a niche as a diligent student‑athlete and potential scout‑team asset.
Purdue Fort Wayne’s men’s basketball team will welcome Purdue for an exhibition game on Oct. 22, a milestone that caps a season of growing anticipation and recent success for the Boilermakers.
A look at the teams with the most victories over top‑ranked opponents and the defining moments that have left a lasting imprint on the sport.
Purdue's men's basketball team will face Purdue Fort Wayne on Oct. 22 in its third preseason exhibition, joining games against Ball State and Connecticut as the Boilermakers fine‑tune a roster reshaped by recent departures.
The Boilermakers will open their preseason with a home clash against Purdue Fort Wayne on Oct. 22, followed by games versus Ball State and a road trip to Connecticut, as they fine‑tune a squad that lost four starters from last season’s Elite Eight run.
The Mastodons will host Purdue's Boilermakers in a preseason exhibition on October 22 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, with tickets going on sale in August and season ticket holders receiving priority.
Illinois secures three‑star tight end Cade Newman, a top Iowa prospect, raising questions about his role and competition with BJ Thurman.
The conference has announced the full home and away opponents for the upcoming season, highlighting Nebraska's key matchups and road trips across the country.
The conference announced single‑ and double‑play opponents for the upcoming season, detailing home and away matchups for Iowa and outlining when fans can expect schedule specifics.
The Big Ten has released its full 2026‑27 women's basketball schedule, confirming nine home and nine away games for each team, with Ohio State slated to face Maryland twice and a roster of opponents spanning the Midwest and West Coast.