SLEEPERS: Three UNDERDOG Purdue Players Ready To Be BIGGEST RISERS—Is the National Media MISSING OUT

Purdue Basketball faces its most intriguing season in years, with breakout potential from rising stars Jack Benter, Raleigh Burgess, and Jacob Webber. Can Matt Painter’s squad overcome question marks in the front court and build a new core, or will the lack of an established superstar—like Zach Edey or Jaden Ivey—hold back the Boilermakers’ quest for national relevance? Host Nick Arvin breaks down Purdue’s ceiling and floor for the 2026-27 campaign, spotlighting which under-the-radar players need to step up for tournament success. Insights include discussion of Antione West, Caden Pierce, and Luke Ertel’s roles, plus a hard look at the Boilermakers’ tough football matchup as massive underdogs against Notre Dame. Can Purdue football’s defense rebound, or will another high-scoring defeat fuel concerns for the rest of the season? Don’t miss this inside look at the challenges and opportunities facing Purdue sports. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. SupplyHouse Visit https://SupplyHouse.com/TM to learn more about becoming a Trade Master. Use promo code S H 5 College for five percent off your first order. SupplyHouse. Real people. Real service. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. It’s time to put your knowledge to the test with College Football Pick’Em from FanDuel. Download the FanDuel app and play College Football Pick'Em for free. Only on FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)