Dustin Schutte

Dustin Schutte

Joined: May 4, 2024

Dustin Schutte is the publisher of Purdue Boilermakers on SI and has spent more than a decade working in sports journalism. His career began in 2013, when he covered Big Ten football. He remained in that role for eight years before working at On SI to cover the Boilermakers. Dustin graduated from Manchester University in Indiana in 2010, where he played for the men's tennis team.

Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) looks to get past Eastern Illinois Panthers forward Kooper Jacobi (40)

Purdue Boilermakers fans cheer before the national championship game of the Final Four

USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts to a play

Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) reacts after a three-point basket

Purdue Boilermakers guard Jack Benter (14) grabs a rebound

Basketball

Purdue got a tough fight from USC on Saturday, but prevailed with a 69-64 win on the road. Here are a few quick thoughts following the Boilermakers' victory.

Purdue Boilermakers guard Fletcher Loyer (2) shoots a three-pointer

Basketball

No. 5 Purdue looks to remain undefeated in Big Ten play with a win over USC. Follow along Saturday for live updates, news and analysis during the game.

Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) smiles

Basketball

Who will fill the scoring void for Purdue in the 2026-27 season? Braden Smith confidently provided his prediction on who will lead the Boilermakers.

Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) reacts to scoring

Basketball

No. 5 Purdue heads to Los Angeles for a matchup with USC. Here's the television and radio information, key stats, top players, and more for Saturday's clash.

USC Trojans forward Chad Baker-Mazara (4) in the first half against the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs

Basketball

USC has won back-to-back games, has a deep rotation and loves to get to the foul line. Here are a few things to know about the Trojans as Purdue comes to town.

Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Malachi Singleton (3) passes the ball

Football

Who is leaving Purdue after the 2025 season? Which players will commit in 2026? We're keeping track of transfer portal departures and additions.

Purdue Boilermakers guard C.J. Cox (0) defends

Basketball

CJ Cox has played a big role in Purdue's success this season, especially on the defensive end. Braden Smith raved about how the sophomore has played.

Purdue Boilermakers guard Braden Smith (3) reacts to scoring

Basketball

Braden Smith was frustrated with his first-half performance even after scoring 16 points and dishing out eight assists in Wednesday's win over Iowa.

Purdue Boilermakers guard Gicarri Harris (24) reacts during the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes

When Purdue needed the bench to produce, it did so. As a result, the Boilermakers staved off a pesky Iowa team to remain undefeated in Big Ten play this season.

Purdue Boilermakers center Daniel Jacobsen (12) dunks the ball

Iowa gave No. 5 Purdue on its home court on Wednesday night, but the Boilermakers pulled through. Here are a few quick thoughts from the 79-72 victory.

Purdue Boilermakers forward Trey Kaufman-Renn (4) shoots the ball

Fifth-ranked Purdue will host Iowa on Wednesday at Mackey Arena. Follow along for live updates, news, and analysis from Mackey Arena.

Purdue Boilermakers place kicker Spencer Porath (35) kicks an extra point

Spencer Porath was one of Purdue's top weapons last year, but he won't be returning to West Lafayette for the 2026 football season.