Big Ten Announces 54 Student‑Athletes for 2026 Media Days in Chicago
The Big Ten Conference has named the 54 student‑athletes who will attend the 2026 Media Days in Chicago, setting the stage for a high‑profile college football season.
Jun 24, 2026
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Wisconsin Badgers’ 2026 Football Schedule: From Easiest to Toughest
The Badgers endured a bruising 2025 campaign, but the upcoming slate appears more forgiving. Still, the author warns that appearances can be deceiving, especially when scheduling lower‑division opponents.
Jun 24, 2026
Rico Schreiber Joins Purdue Football as Towering Freshman Tackle
Rico Schreiber, a 6‑8, 330‑pound freshman tackle from Chicago, signs with Purdue, joining a rebuilding offensive line under coach Barry Odom.
Jun 21, 2026
Ethan Trent: The Unsung Leader of Purdue’s Offensive Line
Ethan Trent, a 6‑2, 300‑pound offensive lineman for Purdue, blends size, experience, and leadership to anchor the Boilermakers’ front.
Jun 20, 2026
Ethan Trent’s Role Elevates Purdue Football Amid Injury Concerns
Ethan Trent, a scholarship holder for Purdue’s 2025 season, has started half of the games at right guard despite not being a starter‑caliber player. His locker‑room leadership and versatility have become vital for the Boilermakers, especially as the team navigates injuries. Coach Barry Odom recently highlighted his impact, underscoring the importance of depth in collegiate football.
Jun 20, 2026
Rising Giant: Sankeerth Veluri’s Path to Purdue Football Impact
Sankeerth Veluri, a 6’5”, 305‑pound developmental player, flips from Army to Purdue, redshirted in 2025, and aims to contribute on special teams while building toward a larger role by 2027‑2028.
Jun 20, 2026
Realignment reshapes college football landscape for 2026
Upcoming changes in college football conference realignment for 2026 bring historic programs into the FBS, reshape major conferences and introduce new postseason challenges.
Jun 18, 2026
College Football Realignment 2026: New FBS Entrants and Conference Shifts
The 2026 college football landscape will see North Dakota State and Sacramento State enter the FBS, while the Mountain West, MAC and Pac‑12 undergo major realignments, affecting eligibility, postseason prospects, and historic power dynamics.
Jun 18, 2026
Purdue Locks in General Manager Brandon Lee Through 2027
Purdue announced a contract extension for general manager Brandon Lee that runs until Dec. 31, 2027, raising his salary to $360,000 in 2026 and $370,000 in 2027.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue Survey Shows Split Views on Bobinski and Modest Football Hopes
A recent poll of Purdue supporters gave outgoing Athletic Director Mike Bobinski a C grade, with 3% assigning an F, and projected the football team to win four games, prompting a 3.5‑win over/under from FanDuel.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue Football Looks to Bounce Back After 2025 Struggles
After a 2-10 finish and a last-place Big Ten finish in 2025, Purdue aims to rebuild under head coach Barry Odom, spotlighting key players and a demanding 2026 slate.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue Football Eyes Redemption After 2025 Slump
After a 2-10 finish and a last-place Big Ten finish, Purdue looks to rebuild under coach Barry Odom, with standout running back Antonio Harris and linebacker Charles Correa leading the charge.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue Extends General Manager Brandon Lee Through 2027
Purdue announced a multi‑year extension for general manager Brandon Lee, featuring salary increases, performance‑based bonuses and a roster‑building strategy that includes new hires and transfer acquisitions.
Jun 11, 2026
Purdue Extends General Manager Brandon Lee’s Contract Through 2027
Purdue University announced a contract extension for general manager Brandon Lee through 2027, nearly doubling his salary and adding performance incentives.
Jun 11, 2026
Big Ten Outlook: Penn State’s Position Amid Roster Overhaul and Conference Powerhouses
Penn State enters a new era under Matt Campbell while the Big Ten's competitive landscape reshapes with top‑tier powerhouses, mid‑tier contenders, and a wave of roster changes across the league.
Jun 11, 2026
Trenton Yancey Commits to Purdue, Bolstering Boilermakers’ 2027 Recruiting Class
Four‑star prospect Trenton Yancey pledged to Purdue's 2027 class, highlighting the Boilermakers' growing influence in Texas and national recruiting.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue’s 2027 Recruiting Class Loses First Commitment
Three‑star prospect Dallas Crescenzo decommitted from Purdue on social media, citing family discussions and future plans. The move leaves the Boilermakers with six verbal pledges and highlights the impact of recent on‑field struggles on recruiting.
Jun 6, 2026
Purdue Football’s 2026 Outlook: Rebuilding Under Barry Odom
A look at the roster shifts, key players to watch and the strategic moves that could define Purdue’s campaign in the upcoming season
May 29, 2026
Big Ten Coaches Ranked by Conference Winning Percentages for 2026
A look at the 18‑coach ranking that measures conference‑winning percentages, highlighting standout performances and the challenges facing first‑year mentors
May 29, 2026
Rich Rodriguez’s Comeback Faces Hurdles Despite Past Triumphs
Rich Rodriguez’s first season back at West Virginia ended 4‑8, yet his career includes multiple double‑digit win seasons, a Fiesta Bowl victory and a history of lifting programs to new heights. A recent CBS Sports ranking has sparked debate over the criteria used to evaluate coaches.
May 28, 2026
Power‑Four Coaches Ranked: Who’s at the Bottom?
A panel of voters ranks college football coaches across the Power Four conferences, highlighting the subjectivity of the list and profiling the lowest‑ranked and rising leaders.
May 26, 2026
Ethan Reyna Commits to Purdue, Marking First In‑State Pledge for 2027 Class
The Indianapolis‑area prospect pledged to Purdue, delivering the program’s initial in‑state verbal for the 2027 recruiting cycle and adding to a growing list of commitments.
May 23, 2026
Athlon Sports Predicts Big Ten Power Shifts for 2026
Athlon Sports’ latest outlook envisions a competitive 2026 college football landscape, with Ohio State favored to reclaim the conference title, emerging stars poised for national honors, and several programs eyeing breakthrough performances.
May 21, 2026
Jason Simmons Returns to Purdue Football as Assistant General Manager
Jason Simmons is set to rejoin the Purdue football program as its assistant general manager, a position he previously filled during a brief stint as an offensive analyst and interim offensive coordinator.
May 20, 2026