Purdue Football Coach Calls for Aggressive Revival Strategy
Barry Odom argues that Purdue must leverage its alumni network, innovative fundraising and new leadership to restore competitiveness in the Big Ten after a steep decline.
Aug 2, 2026
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Purdue Boilermakers Gear Up for Big Ten Challenge
At Big Ten Media Days, Purdue’s football staff and athletes outlined a healthy roster, a need for stronger administrative backing, and a renewed focus on incremental progress toward a long‑awaited conference victory.
Jul 30, 2026
Illinois Basketball Poised for Dominance as Conference Rivals Stumble
While Michigan, Purdue, Michigan State and Wisconsin grapple with coaching changes and roster losses, Illinois emerges as a national contender, bolstered by veteran talent and a strong recruiting class.
Jul 23, 2026
Purdue Extends Coach Greg Goff’s Contract Amid Financial Pressures on Non‑Revenue Sports
Purdue University has secured head baseball coach Greg Goff with a three‑year extension, raising his base salary to $287,000 and adding a clause that ties the contract to potential program status changes, highlighting the tight budgeting faced by non‑revenue athletics.
Jul 3, 2026
Purdue University Faces Fiscal Year End with Coaching Bonuses and Athlete Pay Settlements
As Purdue University reaches the halfway mark of 2026, the athletic department confronts a cascade of contract extensions, retention bonuses, and scholarship commitments that underscore the growing financial stakes of college sports.
Jul 1, 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 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
Kenneth Lowe’s Salary and Contract Details Highlight Purdue’s Coaching Moves
Kenneth Lowe will earn $200,000 in his debut season as a full-time assistant for the Boilermakers, with buyout clauses that protect both sides, while the university’s overall coaching payroll reveals significant investments in experienced talent.
May 29, 2026
Purdue Hires Kenneth Lowe as Assistant Coach with $200,000 Salary
Former Boilermaker star Kenneth Lowe joins Purdue’s coaching staff, inking a $200,000 rookie deal and a buyout clause, while head coach Matt Painter’s salary climbs to $4.325 million with a $250,000 retention bonus
May 29, 2026
Boilermakers Seek Redemption in Big Ten Tournament Opener
Purdue's baseball team enters the Big Ten tournament after a three‑game skid, hoping to leverage recent offensive sparks while leadership changes loom over the university.
May 19, 2026