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Where Purdue Football's 2026 Recruiting Class Stands in July

Coach Barry Odom and his staff have been active on the recruiting trail this summer. Here's an updated look at Purdue football's 2026 class and Big Ten ranking.

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Purdue Boilermakers head coach Barry Odom looks down field
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Where Purdue Football's 2026 Recruiting Class Stands in July

Coach Barry Odom and his staff have been active on the recruiting trail this summer. Here's an updated look at Purdue football's 2026 class and Big Ten ranking.

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