From Newsweek · Brian Jones · · 30s
Purdue fires coach after homecoming loss
Purdue fires defensive coach after homecoming loss to Maryland.
In brief
Purdue fires defensive coach after homecoming loss to Maryland. Purdue fired head coach Barry Odom following a homecoming loss to Maryland, citing defensive struggles. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Purdue fires coach
Purdue has parted ways with defensive coordinator Kevin Kane after a homecoming loss to Maryland.
Defensive struggles
The defense has allowed 32.3 points per game and 415.4 yards per game, ranking 17th in the Big Ten.
Coaching changes
Purdue made multiple coaching changes after the 2025 season, including hiring Kevin Kane for defense.
Here's the gist
Purdue fired head coach Barry Odom following a homecoming loss to Maryland, citing defensive struggles.
