Host Jordan Jones takes a look at each of the six incoming freshmen and how their careers project with Purdue basketball. Who may contribute from day one? Who may take longer to make their mark? Jordan touches on each of them before diving deeper into Purdue's emphasis on high school recruiting. Plus, he closes with brief thoughts on House v NCAA and the impact it will have on the landscape of collegiate athletics. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend!...
May 23, 2024•29 min•Ep. 225
With the academic year ending, host Jordan Jones looks back at the 2023-24 year for Purdue football and men's basketball. He reflects on the differences between the two seasons before discussing the top memories from each sport. He then looks at what translates from last year to this before analyzing the news of Tarrion Grant's early enrollment at Purdue. 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...
May 14, 2024•30 min•Ep. 224
For Ryan Walters' second season in West Lafayette, spring football is in the books. Host Jordan Jones takes a look at the football program after the closing of the spring portal window and spring practice. What stood out from the spring game? Where has the roster improved since the end of the 2023 season? Does Purdue need to add more? Plus, Jordan discusses the NFL selections of Tyrone Tracy and Sanoussi Kane as they grow the list of Purdue players in the NFL. If you enjoyed this week's episode,...
May 02, 2024•28 min•Ep. 223
Jordan was joined by Twitter and YouTube's Chase Chats to put a wrap on the 2023-24 Purdue basketball season. The duo discusses their memories from Purdue's historic season, including thoughts on Fletcher Loyer, Lance Jones, Zach Edey and the program moving forward. 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 on this week's episode. Let me know your thoughts! You can also email the sh...
Apr 22, 2024•34 min•Ep. 222
Purdue saw a pair of COVID-year seniors depart via the portal this week when Mason Gillis and Ethan Morton announced they would play their final seasons elsewhere. Host Jordan Jones reacts to the news before looking at Purdue's roster construction for the 2024-25 season. Could the Boilermakers look at adding a transfer? Is Purdue taking the right approach to building its roster? All that and more on this week's episode. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a fr...
Apr 16, 2024•23 min•Ep. 221
Purdue's remarkable run to the NCAA Tournament finals ended in a 75-60 defeat to UConn on Monday, marking the end of the road for arguably the program's best team. Host Jordan Jones looks back on the two games in Phoenix and discusses the big picture impact of Purdue making the national title game. He then looks ahead to what's next for the program and looks back on the critical senior class that helped Purdue get to this point. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and ...
Apr 10, 2024•32 min•Ep. 220
For the first time since 1980, the Purdue Boilermakers will play in the Final Four. Host Jordan Jones discusses the win over Tennessee to reach the pinnacle of the sport before diving into the significance of the historic accomplishment. Then, he previews the Final Four with a look at the NC State Wolfpack and the other side of the bracket before answering questions from a packed mailbag. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on ...
Apr 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 219
Purdue continued rolling through the competition with a 80-68 win over Gonzaga on Friday night to put itself one win away from the program's first Final Four since 1980. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the Boilermakers' victory and looks at a very complete, inevitable performance before looking ahead to the showdown in MoTown on Sunday with the Volunteers. 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 30, 2024•17 min•Ep. 218
Purdue will take on Gonzaga in Friday's Sweet 16 with loads of pressure on it as it looks to move one step closer to the program's first Final Four since 1980. Host Jordan Jones analyzes the matchup with Gonzaga, looking at some of the recent history between the two schools. How should Purdue fans feel? Plus, he discusses the possible Elite Eight opponents before touching on the immense pressure on the Boilermakers this weekend. On the way out, he answers listener questions to wrap things up. If...
Mar 27, 2024•26 min•Ep. 217
Purdue cruised past Grambling State and Utah State to advance to the Sweet 16 for the fifth time in the past seven NCAA Tournaments. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the Boilermaker victories by highlighting top performances, discussing Purdue's mentality and so much more. Then, he gives his early thoughts on the Sweet 16 matchup against Gonzaga and the outlook for the tournament as a whole. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on ...
Mar 25, 2024•19 min•Ep. 216
Purdue will look to earn the ultimate redemption as the NCAA Tournament begins on Friday night. Host Jordan Jones previews Purdue's road to the Final Four in the Midwest region with thoughts on all of the potential first-weekend opponents. He looks at the keys for Purdue's success before closing with his thoughts on what the Boilermakers are up against. Then, he answers your questions before one final push in opposition of NCAA Tournament expansion. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a ...
Mar 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 215
Purdue saw itself bounced from the Big Ten Tournament after a turnover-plagued loss to Wisconsin. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the Big Ten Tournament results and discusses how much it really matters that the Boilermakers did not win the conference tournament. He touches on Zach Edey officially becoming the school's all-time leading scorer before closing by previewing the selection show and what Purdue fans can expect. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a fri...
Mar 17, 2024•20 min•Ep. 214
It's time for the Big Ten Tournament as Purdue prepares to try to defend its title. Host Jordan Jones looks back on the final week of the regular season after a gigantic win over Illinois, highlighting the conference crown before reflecting on a phenomenal regular season that saw Purdue share the nation's best record. He discusses his memories of Purdue's senior class after an emotional senior day. Then, Jordan looks at the Big Ten Tournament and what it means for the Boilermakers before diving ...
Mar 12, 2024•40 min•Ep. 212
Purdue clinched a share of yet another Big Ten title with a 80-74 win over Michigan State on Saturday night. Host Jordan Jones talks about the significance of the Boilermakers' victory and league crown before looking ahead to Tuesday's showdown in Champaign and Purdue's senior day recognition. 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 on this week's episode. Let me know your thought...
Mar 04, 2024•21 min•Ep. 211
Purdue responded from a loss at Ohio State with a resounding win over Rutgers and a strong victory at Michigan to bring itself within one game of a 26th Big Ten championship. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the past week including a stellar performance by Camden Heide before looking ahead to the Spartans. Can Purdue continue its Mackey Arena dominance against Izzo's squad? He wraps up the episode by discussing three national topics: court storming, conference tournaments and NCAA Tournament expans...
Feb 27, 2024•44 min•Ep. 210
Purdue suffered its third loss of the season on Sunday, falling at Ohio State. After a scare against Minnesota, too, how concerned should Purdue fans be? Host Jordan Jones looks at the latest trends from the Boilermakers' week and provides thoughts on the overall direction of the team. Then, he answers your questions before previewing the upcoming week. Will Purdue get back on track? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! Give the show a follow on Twitt...
Feb 19, 2024•34 min•Ep. 209
Purdue took down Indiana in a 79-59 contest on Saturday night to complete the season sweep of the arch-rival Hoosiers. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the comfortable win with his thoughts and takeaways as Purdue earned a two-game lead in the Big Ten race with just four weeks to play. Are the Boilermakers set to make it #26? Plus, he looks ahead to Minnesota and Ohio State before touching on some memorable Purdue-Indiana moments and wondering if UCLA is ready for the Big Ten. If you enjoyed this w...
Feb 12, 2024•26 min•Ep. 208
After another week with two wins, one thing remains obvious: Purdue is so much more than just its National Player of the Year. Join host Jordan Jones breaks down the dramatic win over Northwestern and the rock-solid win over Wisconsin by diving into how spectacular the trio in the backcourt was this week. He then looks ahead to the rematch with Indiana and the remaining regular season schedule before answering questions about Purdue's defense, full-court pressure and so much more. If you enjoyed...
Feb 05, 2024•38 min•Ep. 207
Purdue dominated Michigan and survived at Rutgers to improve to 19-2 on the year and maintain control of its own destiny in the Big Ten. Join host Jordan Jones for a breakdown and thoughts from the week before looking at the big picture at Braden Smith's surge, Lance Jones' value, and Zach Edey's 2,000th career point. Then, he previews a critical week that will determine whether Purdue can repeat as Big Ten champions before answering audience questions and closing with Big Ten Tournament and a q...
Jan 29, 2024•36 min•Ep. 206
Purdue picked up a pair of emphatic road wins, taking down Indiana and Iowa by double-digit margins to highlight a strong week for the Boilermakers. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the victories and provides his takeaways from Zach Edey's monster week and great performances by Purdue's guards. He then turns the focus to the upcoming contests against Michigan and Rutgers before answering listener questions about the bench, Myles Colvin and Indiana. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five...
Jan 22, 2024•32 min•Ep. 205
Purdue split its third week of Big Ten play, falling 88-72 in Nebraska before dominating Penn State inside Mackey Arena. Host Jordan Jones provides his takeaways from the week that was before looking at the big picture for Purdue. Is the Big Ten race in danger with Wisconsin continuing to win? Plus, he looks ahead to a rivalry matchup in Bloomington that Purdue really needs to win and closes with a thought on the retirement of Nick Saban and the end of college football as we knew it. If you enjo...
Jan 15, 2024•29 min•Ep. 204
Purdue started off the 2024 calendar year with a pair of victories over Maryland and Illinois. Host Jordan Jones provides his takeaways from the week that was before looking ahead to Purdue's matchups with Nebraska and Penn State. Then, he looks at the conference as a whole. Why does it seem to be struggling yet again? He analyzes that and more to wrap up the show. 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 a...
Jan 08, 2024•23 min•Ep. 203
Purdue basketball wrapped up non-conference play with an unbeaten record for the third-consecutive season after a pair of buy game wins. Host Jordan Jones discusses the feat and the pair of victories before looking ahead to Big Ten play. Can the Boilermakers repeat as league champions? Plus, Purdue football suffered a critical blow when Nic Scourton hopped in the portal on Tuesday. Where does Purdue go from here? If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell a friend! G...
Dec 30, 2023•26 min•Ep. 202
Purdue returned to the top of the AP Poll on Monday after its convincing 92-84 win over Arizona in the Indy Classic. Host Jordan Jones looks back on the standout performances by Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer and all the other storylines from the victory. He then discusses the top ranking and analyzes Purdue's resume before closing with thoughts on football's work in the transfer portal and this week's early signing period. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give us a five-star review and tell...
Dec 19, 2023•25 min•Ep. 201
Purdue roared back in the second half to take down Alabama 92-86 in a special game for Zach Edey on Saturday in Toronto. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the Boilermakers' win by highlighting some key takeaways, led by Edey and Braden Smith. He peeks ahead to Arizona before answering some questions about Purdue's early NCAA Tournament outlook. Then, Jordan closes with some news and notes from the football transfer portal as Ryan Walters looks to build a better 2024 squad. If you enjoyed this week's...
Dec 11, 2023•35 min•Ep. 200
Purdue fell from the ranks of the unbeaten when it lost to Northwestern in a 92-88 overtime affair. Host Jordan Jones looks at where the Boilermakers sit following the bounce-back win over Iowa as they prepare for a huge matchup with Alabama. Plus, the football transfer portal continues to explode. What all does it mean for Purdue? 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 on this w...
Dec 06, 2023•20 min•Ep. 199
The transfer portal season has begun for every school across the nation, and Purdue is no exception. Host Jordan Jones looks at the players who have announced their departures and focuses on the key losses for the Boilermakers before analyzing Purdue's biggest transfer portal needs. Then, basketball heads into Big Ten play with a revenge spot against Northwestern on Friday night. Jordan discusses that and why anything besides a Big Ten championship would be a huge disappointment. If you enjoyed ...
Nov 30, 2023•28 min•Ep. 198
Purdue wrapped up a tough season with a positive note on Saturday, downing rival Indiana in a 35-31 affair to close the season with a 4-8 record. Host Jordan Jones breaks down all the happenings from Saturday's game before turning the page to what will be a critical month for Ryan Walters' long-term success at Purdue. Between the transfer portal, signing day and recruiting the current roster, where does Purdue go from here as the Big Ten prepares to expand? If you enjoyed this week's episode, gi...
Nov 26, 2023•30 min•Ep. 197
For the third-straight year, Purdue powered its way to a MTE title, this time by winning the biggest of them all: a loaded Maui Invitational. Host Jordan Jones breaks down Purdue's performance on the island with takeaways and observations before looking ahead to Monday's AP Poll, where the Boilermakers will be ranked No. 1. Then, it's Old Oaken Bucket time to close out the season for Purdue. Jordan briefly previews the game and offers his prediction as Purdue closes out the 2023 season against r...
Nov 23, 2023•38 min•Ep. 196
Purdue fell to 3-8 on Saturday with a 23-15 loss at Northwestern. Host Jordan Jones breaks down the game, which started off with key injury news. How did the short-handed Boilermakers perform relative to reasonable expectations? Jordan dives into that before answering questions about the big picture of the football program. Then, he caps the episode with some final thoughts on Purdue basketball before it tips off the Maui Invitational on Monday evening. If you enjoyed this week's episode, give u...
Nov 19, 2023•35 min•Ep. 195
