As we cross the Fourth of July holiday and are inside 60 days until football starts, host Jordan Jones looks at some of the top Boilermakers who are not yet household names, but could be by the end of the year. On both the gridiron and hardwood, who should fans know ahead of the season? Plus, Ryan Walters continues to recruit at a high level following the addition of more blue-chip recruits. Jordan gives his thoughts on the state of the recruiting class and where things are headed on that front....
Jul 05, 2023•28 min•Ep. 164
As the academic year ends, host Jordan Jones looks back at the year that was in the world of Purdue Athletics. Will football be remembered more for the Big Ten West crown, or will the year always be remembered for Jeff Brohm's departure? Is there any way to remember the basketball season besides the NCAA Tournament disappointment? First, however, Jordan discusses Ryan Walters and company on the recruiting trail during a busy and fruitful month of June. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us...
Jun 26, 2023•28 min•Ep. 163
The Big Ten announced the scheduling format for 2024 and 2025 with the additions of USC and UCLA, and host Jordan Jones is here to discuss all things scheduling and expansion through a Purdue point of view. What are the changes? Does this help or hurt Purdue? What does Purdue need to do to be competitive in the expanded league? All of that and so much more is touched on. Then, Jordan wraps up with a few thoughts on Purdue's basketball scheduling announcement of a game in Indianapolis against Ari...
Jun 12, 2023•33 min•Ep. 162
After Zach Edey announced his withdrawal from the NBA Draft and return to Purdue, expectations for the 2023-24 basketball season are reaching all-time highs. Host Jordan Jones discusses Edey's decision to return to school before looking ahead to the upcoming season. Where will Purdue make improvements from last season? What are the keys to making the long-awaited run to the Final Four? Is it truly a "Final Four or bust" season? It's an early summer lookahead to one of the most anticipated season...
Jun 05, 2023•36 min•Ep. 161
As the countdown to kickoff is now under 100 days, host Jordan Jones takes one final look back at the Jeff Brohm era. From 2017 to 2022, he revisits some of the highlights and lowlights from the tenure that brought Purdue back to relevancy on the gridiron. What will Jeff Brohm's legacy be at Purdue? How will it look in 10-20 years? Join Jordan for an episode full of memories. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @Boil...
May 30, 2023•30 min•Ep. 160
As the academic year comes to an end, rosters in both the present and future remain in flux. Join host Jordan Jones as he discusses the commitment of Raleigh Burgess to bring Purdue's 2024 basketball recruiting class to three players. What does he bring to the table, and where does Purdue turn next in that class? On the gridiron side of things, Purdue is nearing capacity on scholarships, but roster turnover continues to happen after a projected starter departed this week. Finally, what impact do...
May 23, 2023•34 min•Ep. 159
On the final day of the spring transfer portal window, host Jordan Jones returns to discuss the wave of Boilermakers who hopped in the portal during the second period. How many of them are significant losses, and how many fall under standard roster churn? What is Purdue doing to replace them, and is Purdue getting better because of this? This all comes after Jordan discusses the five Purdue players who went in this weekend's NFL Draft and what it means for the program and Ryan Walters. If you en...
May 01, 2023•25 min•Ep. 158
Ryan Walters' first spring practices are in the books following 15 spring practices, but the development of his program remains a work in progress. Join host Jordan Jones for a post-spring look at Boilermaker football as he analyzes what we both know and don't know about the Purdue roster and program heading into a challenging 2023 schedule. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me your feedback...
Apr 24, 2023•32 min•Ep. 157
College basketball wrapped up less than a week ago, and Purdue has already added and lost a player via the transfer portal. Join host Jordan Jones as he discusses Brandon Newman's decision to transfer out of the program and Lance Jones' decision to transfer into the program. What does Purdue lose and gain? What impact will Jones make and what does he bring to the table? Plus, Jordan touches on Zach Edey sweeping every National Player of the Year award. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us...
Apr 10, 2023•29 min•Ep. 156
After a second-straight NCAA Tournament where the Big Ten sent no teams to the Elite Eight, host Jordan Jones dives into the data to determine why the conference struggles so much in the Big Dance. Then, he takes a look at the Purdue roster and considers the possibilities in the transfer portal ahead of the 2023-24 season before closing with some thoughts on former Purdue assistant Micah Shrewsberry taking the Notre Dame job. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tel...
Mar 27, 2023•46 min•Ep. 155
Purdue became the second team in college basketball history to lose to a 16-seed on Friday night, falling 63-58 to Fairleigh Dickinson. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts on the shocking loss, headlined by a deep look at what the style of play says about Purdue's run of disappointing NCAA Tournament losses. Plus, where does the program go from here? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me ...
Mar 20, 2023•26 min•Ep. 154
The time has come for Purdue to embark on its NCAA Tournament journey after a wildly unexpected regular season run. Join host Jordan Jones as he previews Purdue and the East Region ahead of the action, with plenty of thoughts on that second-round matchup that has the basketball world buzzing. Get his hottest take on Purdue before he dives into listener questions to round out a loaded episode to get you ready for the Madness! If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell...
Mar 15, 2023•36 min•Ep. 153
Purdue won its second-ever Big Ten Tournament over the weekend, helping earn the Boilermakers a top seed in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1996. Join host Jordan Jones as he reacts to the happenings from Purdue's three weekend wins before an early look at the NCAA Tournament draw. Plus, start sending in questions for a midweek episode to preview the Big Dance! If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @Boiler...
Mar 13, 2023•23 min•Ep. 152
It's Big Ten Tournament time, and as Purdue heads to Chicago, host Jordan Jones gives a mini-preview of the event and how the Boilers will stack up there. Then, it's onto the Q&A segment as Jordan answers your questions from Twitter! Should Purdue want to win the BTT? Who would you add to the roster from another Big Ten team? And so many more great questions! If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and...
Mar 08, 2023•31 min•Ep. 151
31 games are in the books as the regular season is over for Purdue basketball. Join host Jordan Jones as he discusses Purdue's 63-61 win over Wisconsin and 76-71 win over Illinois. How did the starting lineup switches impact the week? Plus, Trey Kaufman-Renn is really developing, and don't lose sight of how great this season has been for the Boilermakers. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @BoilersBeyond and send me...
Mar 06, 2023•24 min•Ep. 150
It's officially March, and that means all eyes in the sports world are on college basketball. Join host Jordan Jones as he rounds out the mailbag with a lot of questions about the month to come. First, he talks about what ShotQuality can tell us from Purdue's loss to Indiana before getting into questions. Has this season been enjoyable? What's Purdue's X factor in the NCAA Tournament? What types of teams should the Boilermakers want to avoid? Lots to get to today as we officially are in the fina...
Mar 01, 2023•28 min•Ep. 149
In a weird, unusual weekend, Purdue was swept on the season by its rival but still clinched a share of its 25th Big Ten championship. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts on the Boilermakers' 79-71 loss to Indiana before he jumps into overall thoughts as they've lost four of their last six. Is it time to panic? And, how should fans feel about backing into a conference title? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitter @Bo...
Feb 26, 2023•21 min•Ep. 148
As Purdue has a week off to prepare for their rivalry rematch with Indiana, it's time to open up the mailbag. Boilers and Beyond listeners sent in a number of questions, and we have answers! After Jordan previews the matchup with the Hoosiers, he dives deep into the mailbag to discuss how Purdue will handle Trayce Jackson-Davis before pivoting to discuss the landscape of the rivalry with Indiana. Then, what does Purdue need from specific players? Hypotheticals for the NCAA Tournament? The best m...
Feb 23, 2023•47 min•Ep. 147
After three losses in four games, Purdue picked up a nice, comfortable win over Ohio State to bring them to 24-4 (13-4) with just three games left in the regular season. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts on the Boilermakers and where they sit as they enter the home stretch! He touches on Ethan Morton's confidence, the bench's importance, the NCAA selection committee's early bracket, the Big Ten race and much more on this episode. Plus, start sending in questions for the mid-week mailbag. I...
Feb 20, 2023•34 min•Ep. 146
Purdue bounced back from its loss to Indiana with a win over Iowa, but the good feelings quickly went away when they unexpectedly lost at Northwestern. Though the Boilermakers still hold a strong 23-3 record, is it time to worry about them in the grand scheme of things? Join host Jordan Jones as he looks at some of Purdue's big issues, namely turnovers, youth and three-point shooting. However, there are still reasons to be optimistic about Purdue's chances, and those are discussed too. Finally, ...
Feb 13, 2023•41 min•Ep. 145
After a hectic two months between being hired and National Signing Day, it's time to take a look at the new additions Ryan Walters made to the Purdue football roster. He announced the additions of five traditional recruits on Signing Day, plus the additions of five transfers. Join host Jordan Jones as he breaks down the incoming players by looking at projected fits and who could make the biggest impacts in 2023. Additionally, he goes over some early expectations for the 2023 season and discusses...
Feb 08, 2023•33 min•Ep. 144
For just the second time of the 2022-23 basketball season, Purdue lost a game. Join host Jordan Jones for all of his thoughts from Purdue's loss at Indiana for the second-consecutive year. He touches on how impressive the win over Penn State was before getting into why the loss stings, but isn't the end of the world for the Boilers. Plus, a look around the Big Ten, at what's next, and what's going on with the Paint Crew? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a f...
Feb 06, 2023•27 min•Ep. 143
After a win at Michigan and a home win over Michigan State, Purdue swept their season matchups with the Michigan schools and now sits at 21-1 overall. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts from another big week of Boilermaker basketball, including deep dives on the bench production, Zach Edey's brilliance and why this week was so fulfilling. Plus, the season never stops with a home game against Penn State before a highly-anticipated matchup with Indiana. Is Wednesday's game with the Nittany Li...
Jan 30, 2023•39 min•Ep. 142
20 games have been played in the 2022-23 season and the Boilermakers sit at 19-1 (8-1) following a comfortable cruise over Minnesota and a last-second stand that was anything but comfortable against Maryland. Join host Jordan Jones for his thoughts on those games plus discussion on an array of topics. Why does Purdue struggle against the East Coast teams? Purdue's energy, Trey Kaufman-Renn and the hidden value of Ethan Morton are among the many points Jordan hits on before previewing a tough wee...
Jan 23, 2023•43 min•Ep. 141
After another pair of wins, including a wild Monday matinee, host Jordan Jones is back to talk about the latest in the world of Purdue basketball. From Zach Edey's dominance to Fletcher Loyer's emergence and some struggles from role players, Jordan talks on a number of topics related to the third-ranked Boilermakers. Plus, could Edey return to Purdue next year, and thoughts on the already-busy Big Ten race. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend! Give th...
Jan 17, 2023•36 min
After suffering their first loss of the season to Rutgers, the Boilermakers answered the gut check with a pair of huge wins away from home against Ohio State and Penn State. Join host Jordan Jones as he recaps the week that was for Boilermaker basketball with game discussion and his takeaways. While he struggles to find words to describe Braden Smith's excellence, there's plenty to talk about at the halfway point of the regular season and the quarter mark of Big Ten play. If you enjoyed this wee...
Jan 09, 2023•33 min•Ep. 139
After a 63-7 blowout loss in the Citrus Bowl against LSU, the Ryan Walters Era has officially begun in West Lafayette. Join host Jordan Jones as he discusses the mismatch in Orlando to mark the end of the Brohm family tenure before looking at where Walters' priorities will need to be moving into the 2023 season. While Hudson Card transferred in, there's still plenty of help wanted. Plus, basketball fell from the ranks of the unbeaten after a 65-64 loss against Rutgers. Get all of Jordan's though...
Jan 04, 2023•40 min•Ep. 138
Despite missing five of its best players, the show must go on for Purdue as they head to Orlando to take on LSU in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. Join host Jordan Jones as he previews the matchup. The Boilermakers enter as heavy underdogs, but can they pull the upset? Jordan looks at keys to doing just that and the gameplan that Purdue might take to spring a shocker on the college football world. Plus, his thoughts on the devaluation of bowl season, how much stock to put into the result of this game,...
Dec 27, 2022•40 min•Ep. 137
New Purdue head coach Ryan Walters landed his first batch of signees as the Boilermakers inked 12 players on the early signing day. What do fans need to know about this group, and will more be coming? Plus, three defensive starters made their decisions on COVID years. No. 1 Purdue basketball looks like they will enter the new year unblemished for the first time since 2009-10, but are there concerns with this group? Finally, two strong listener questions are answered about March success and footb...
Dec 22, 2022•40 min•Ep. 136
Ryan Walters' first week on the job has come to an end, and it's been a busy one. Join host Jordan Jones as he gives his thoughts from Walters' introductory press conference as well as the hires of offensive coordinator Graham Harrell and defensive coordinator Kevin Kane. Plus, No. 1 Purdue basketball survived a 69-61 rock fight with Davidson, but what is the future for Purdue playing games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five star review and tell a friend...
Dec 19, 2022•39 min•Ep. 135
