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BoilersXTRA
by Journal & Courier Purdue insiders
Journal & Courier sports staff on all the latest …
Episodes
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BoilersXtra: Pondering Purdue football's bowl path, Ryan Walters' return and basketball exhibition opener
After a 1-3 start, Purdue football suddenly has a realistic path to its first bowl since 2022. What needs to happen, and how crucial is Friday's game against Ryan Walters and Washington? Also, a preview of Sunday's exhibition opener for Boilermaker men's basketball.
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BoilersXtra: Who will start for Purdue men's basketball, plus football goes for consecutive Big Ten wins
Have our expectations on Purdue basketball's starting lineup changed since the start of practice? That and an update on Boilermaker women's hoops from Big Ten Media Days. Also, our preview of Purdue football going for two Big Ten wins in a row vs. Minnesota.
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BoilersXtra: Can Purdue beat Illinois for the Cannon and break its power conference losing streak?
What does Oscar Sloan's commitment mean for Purdue's quarterback momentum? What will it take for the Boilermakers to upset Illinois on the road. Also, what Nathan and Sam were talking about basketball-wise after practice opened last week.
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Notre Dame rolls over Purdue as Boilermakers fall to 1-3
Did Purdue football show anything in its lopsided loss to No. 3 Notre Dame that conveys what it might do against talent-equated opponents ahead? Nathan Baird and Sam King detail an offense which never got going and a defense still struggling with common themes.
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Breaking down the Notre Dame-Purdue rivalry, and start of basketball
The Purdue men's basketball season begins this week with practices, then gives way to Notre Dame at Purdue football on Saturday. Nathan Baird and Sam King discuss what it would take for a Boilers upset, are joined by the South Bend Tribune's Mike Berardino to trade notes on each team, and then…
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Purdue shows competitiveness in loss at UCLA, where mistakes were magnified
Purdue quarterback Ryan Browne was excellent, though not perfect, at UCLA. Kevin Kane's defense got a few stops but allowed more than 600 yards of offense. Nathan Baird and Sam King break down a 52-38 loss at the Rose Bowl, one where turnovers and penalties flipped the game. Read:...
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Purdue UCLA football preview: Which preseason vibes about Boilers were right which were wrong
Now that we've seen two Purdue football games, what were we right about coming out of preseason camp, and what did we get wrong? Also, Nathan and Sam discuss The Athletic report on football sending and give their picks for Saturday at UCLA.
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What we learned from heartbreaking Purdue football 2OT loss to Wake Forest
Purdue came up a half-yard short on a fourth-and-15 defensive stop, but otherwise showed positive steps forward in the second year of Barry Odom's tenure against a Power Four opponent. Though the losing streak against P4's reaches 20, Nathan Baird and Sam King analyze how the Wake Forest game...
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BoilersXtra: Why Wake Forest game could change course of Purdue football season, Trey Kaufman-Renn saga update
Trey Kaufman-Renn's college career may continue, but not at Purdue. Sam and Nathan start there, before delving into Saturday's football game against Wake Forst -- a potential must-win for bowl contention.
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What we learned from Purdue football's blowout of Indiana State
It wasn't the prettiest, especially early, but Year 2 under coach Barry Odom started with a 44-19 Purdue win. IndyStar insider Nathan Baird and Journal & Courier's Sam King discuss playmakers emerging, Kevin Kane's defense and what lies ahead.
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BoilersXtra: Purdue football season predictions, picking Boilermaker wins and losses game-by-game
How many games will Purdue football win in 2026? Nathan and Sam give their game-by-game predictions and discuss the likelihood of a breakthrough back to bowl contention for the Boilermakers.
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BoilersXtra: What about Purdue football's performance in preseason camp suggests a breakout is coming? What gives us pause that 2026 will be a big step forward? Nathan and Sam break down the reasons of optimism and pessimism as the season opener approaches.Why Purdue football will break through in 2026, and why a breakout is at least a year away
What about Purdue football's performance in preseason camp suggests a breakout is coming? What gives us pause that 2026 will be a big step forward? Nathan and Sam break down the reasons of optimism and pessimism as the season opener approaches.
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What we know and still want to know about Purdue football halfway through fall camp
Have playmakers started showing up on offense? Will experience on defense make a difference? Does Purdue have a No. 2 quarterback? IndyStar Purdue insider Nathan Baird and the Journal & Courier's Sam King answer each other's pressing questions halfway through preseason camp. For the best Purdue...
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New Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland sets his vision for Boilermakers
New Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland went viral before the end of his first press conference. He also began to lay out his vision for the next era of Boilermaker sports. Join IndyStar insider Nathan Baird and the Journal & Courier's Sam King who were on hand for McClelland's introduction...
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What to watch as Purdue football opens second preseason camp under Barry Odom
The Purdue football season begins in earnest Thursday, the second under coach Barry Odom. IndyStar Purdue insider Nathan Baird and the Journal & Courier's Sam King detail what they're watching as the Boilermakers look to improve after a 2-10 campaign in Year 1 under Odom.
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What Purdue's reported hire of Tommy McClelland as athletic director means
Purdue has reportedly hired Tommy McClelland to lead its athletic department forward, taking over for the retiring Mike Bobinski. IndyStar Purdue insider Nathan Baird and the Journal & Courier's Sam King look into McClelland's background, detailing how his experiences at Vanderbilt and Rice…
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BoilersXtra: Antione West Jr., Daniel Jacobsen, Gicarri Harris and more from Purdue's 2-0 start in Canada
BoilersXTRA: What has Purdue men's basketball shown during its first two victories in Canada, and what more do the Boilermakers need to accomplish on the back end of this trip? Also, Nathan and Sam recap Mike Bobinski's media roundtable and what's next for Purdue's AD search.
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How would you draft the Purdue men's basketball roster for a scrimmage?
How would you put together two Purdue men's basketball teams for a summer scrimmage? Nathan Baird and Sam King drafted their teams and discuss what it says about the Boilermakers' strengths and roster makeup.
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Purdue stars were picked in 2026 NBA Draft: Braden Smith's fit with Pacers, Trey Kaufman-Renn to Timberwolves
Braden Smith was drafted, then traded to his hometown Indiana Pacers and fellow former Purdue basketball star Trey Kaufman-Renn was selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves. IndyStar Purdue insider Nathan Baird, Pacers insider Dustin Dopirak and Journal & Courier's Sam King break it down. Plus…
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BoilersXtra: Who will be Purdue men's basketball's next lottery pick? BoilersXTRA mailbag
Will Purdue men's basketball have another lottery pick in the near future? Who is our sleeper breakout candidate for Boilermaker football? Nathan and Sam answer your questions.
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BoilersXtra: Who will lead Purdue basketball in minutes and points in 2026-27?
Who will lead Purdue basketball in minutes and points next season? Should Boilermaker football be held to bowl expectations in Year-2 under Barry Odom? Nathan and Sam answer your questions.
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BoilersXtra: Purdue basketball season recap, portal thoughts, offseason preview
Was Purdue basketball's season a disappointment? What will Matt Painter do in the transfer portal? Wrapping up one season and looking ahead to the next.
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Braden Smith makes history as Purdue rolls past Queens in March Madness opener
It was a historic night for the Boilermakers as they left little doubt against Queens to open the NCAA Tournament. They'll see a familiar face Sunday when they play Malik Reneau and Miami. Read Gregg Doyel:...
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Purdue surges into March Madness with Big Ten Tournament championship win over Michigan
The Boilermakers are playing like the No. 1 team they were once ranked as, and no better time than when the NCAA Tournament bracket came out. Join IndyStar Purdue insider Nathan Baird and Journal & Courier Purdue beat reporter Sam King who discuss the March Madness draw, win over Michigan and…
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BoilersXtra: Big Ten Tournament preview and our All Big Ten votes revealed
How did Nathan and Sam vote on their All-Big Ten ballots? Also, is this Big Ten Tournament the most important of Matt Painter's Purdue tenure?
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BoilersXtra: Purdue basketball stretch run, remembering Rondale Moore
With Purdue football spring practice staring in a week, what are we most intrigued to see on Day 1? What does Caden Pierce mean for the Boiler basketball's 2026-27 roster? Also, the enduring legacy of Rondale Moore.
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BoilersXtra: Where does Purdue win at Nebraska rank on crazy meter, plus best pre-game grub spot
Where does the Purdue-Nebraska finish rank among the craziest games we've witnessed? What's the best spot for pre-game grub in West Lafayette? Nathan and Sam answer those questions and much more.
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BoilersXtra: Purdue mailbag, Jack Benter, Fletcher Loyer and all time favorite sports movies
Is Fletcher Loyer's slump over? What will be the next recruiting step forward for Boiler football? What is the Mt. Rushmore of sports movies? San and Nathan discuss on the latest BoilersXtra.
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What are the stakes for Purdue vs IU? And, analyzing football transfer portal haul
The Boilermakers have lost a pair of games and head into Assembly Hall where IU hosts for the first time since its football team won the CFP championship. Plus, how did Barry Odom and his football staff do in the transfer portal? Insiders Nathan Baird and Sam King evaluate. Read:...
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BoilersXtra: Ask us anything! Purdue football portal, rev share, roster makeup
How does Purdue football's front office approach roster building? Are program leaders being honest about resources? Which basketball players could our hosts beat in a beef-eating contest? It's a loaded "Ask us Anything" episode with Nathan and Sam.
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BoilersXtra: Where does Purdue football need the most transfer portal help?
Purdue needs to upgrade its talent via the transfer portal. Which positions should the Boilermaker staff prioritize? We debate.
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Can Purdue bring fight back to Old Oaken Bucket against IU?
The Boilermakers aren't that far removed from adding a chain link to the Old Oaken Bucket, but how far are they from doing so again? Insiders Nathan Baird and Sam King discuss Friday's game and more.
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BoilersXTRA: BLURB: What challenges await Purdue basketball at the Baha Mar Championships this week? We take a closer look at Thursday's opponent, Memphis, and discuss other news and notes around the Boilermakers. Purdue basketball ready for challenges in The Bahamas
What challenges await Purdue basketball at the Baha Mar Championships this week? We take a closer look at Thursday's opponent, Memphis, and discuss other news and notes around the Boilermakers.
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BoilersXtra: Sinan Huan joins Purdue basketball's 2026 class on eve of Alabama clash
What does 7-1 center Sinan Huan add as the fourth member of Purdue basketball's signing class? What will the third installment of the Alabama trilogy tell us about the Boilermakers?
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Purdue basketball survives scare from Oakland, Trey Kaufman-Renn update
The Boilermakers are 2-0, but it wasn't pretty. Plus, the latest on what is keeping Trey Kaufman-Renn out of games. Read Nathan Baird: https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/purdue/2025/11/07/purdue-basketball-score-today-oakland-braden-smith-stats-likes-dislikes/87018806007/ Read Sam…
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BoilersXtra: What are the biggest threats to Purdue basketball's national championship hopes
Purdue basketball is the nation's preseason No. 1 team and the betting favorite to win the national championship. But what threats could keep the Boilermakers from reaching that goal?
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Instant reaction to No. 1 Purdue basketball's season-opening win vs Evansville
The Boilermakers beat an in-state opponent, but the manner in which they did it brought a few surprises. Trey Kaufman-Renn was injured and did not play, neither did a freshman. Here's what we learned from Game 1.
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BoilersXTRA: Should Purdue football look to the future in final four games?
Nathan and Sam share their second thoughts from Purdue basketball's exhibition win over UIndy, including a closer look at Omer Mayer and Jack Benter. Also, should football turn to the future over the final four games?
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BoilersXTRA: Football homecoming a must win for 2025 success. Plus, basketball is here!
Does Purdue football have to win Saturday against Rutgers to claim any sort of progress this season? Also, what are we most looking forward to seeing at Friday night's exhibition basketball game at Kentucky?
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BoilersXTRA: Who is Purdue football's midseason MVP?
Who is Purdue football's midseason MVP? What are the top things we want to see at Saturday's basketball Fan Day? Also, we preview Thursday's volleyball match vs. IU in Indy.
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BoilersXTRA: Which Purdue star should be Big Ten preseason player of the year?
Is Purdue football primed to break its losing streak at Minnesota on Saturday? Also, we check in on Boilermaker men's and women's basketball from Big Ten media day.
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What Rivers Knight commitment means, previewing Purdue football vs Illinois
What is Purdue basketball getting in new commit Rivers Knight? Also, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner joins to discuss Saturday's battle for the Purdue Cannon.
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BoilersXTRA: Purdue men's basketball officially opens practice
Purdue men's basketball held its first official practice Wednesday. What did we see and hear from the Boilermakers as they prepare for a highly anticipated season?
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Purdue football shows how far it has to go, defensively, in loss to Notre Dame
It was another lengthy game day as Purdue football dropped a second straight game, losing to Notre Dame. Purdue insiders Nathan Baird and Sam King break down what we learned about the Boilermakers.
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BoilersXTRA: Purdue basketball lineups, Notre Dame football preview
Has Purdue football progressed to the point where it can win at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday? Also, how will Boilermaker basketball handle lineups this season?
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3-hour weather delay, whacky touchdowns and Purdue football shows promise?
The Boilermakers lost 33-17 to USC, Barry Odom's first loss leading Purdue. Insiders Nathan Baird and Sam King detail the highs and lows of a long day at Ross-Ade Stadium, two crazy touchdown plays and more.
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BoilersXTRA: Purdue vs. USC preview with Gary Danielson
Is Purdue football ready for Big Ten success, or will Saturday's game against USC be a wake-up call? We discuss the matchup with CBS analyst and former Boilermaker quarterback Gary Danielson.
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BoilersXTRA: Purdue football finds its identity against Southern Illinois
The Boilermakers doubled their win total from last season, and established an identity under first-year coach Barry Odom in doing so. Insiders Nathan Baird and Sam King react after the win.
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BoilersXTRA: Purdue football preseason predictions
How many games will Purdue football win in 2025? Who are the X factors for the season opener against Ball State? Nathan Baird and Sam King delve into the details.
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