Purdue Football Faces Major Roster Overhaul Under New Coach Barry Odom

Following a dismal 1-11 season, Odom must rebuild Purdue's roster through the transfer portal while addressing critical gaps on both offense and defense.

Barry Odom, recently hired as Purdue's head coach, inherits a program with significant roster uncertainty and a need for immediate improvements across the board.
Several key players, including freshman All-American safety Dillon Thieneman and leading receiver Max Klare, are in the transfer portal but remain open to returning to Purdue.
The Boilermakers' defense, which struggled with pass rush and consistency in 2024, faces major losses at linebacker, cornerback, and defensive tackle, requiring reinforcements via the portal.
On offense, Purdue ranked last nationally in scoring and explosiveness, with critical needs at quarterback, wide receiver, and along the offensive line following multiple departures and injuries.
Odom's ability to attract talent through the transfer portal and potentially implement offensive coordinator Brennan Marion's innovative 'Go Go' scheme will be pivotal to the team's turnaround.