Purdue has hired UNLV's Barry Odom, sources confirmed to CBS Sports' Brandon Marcello. Odom led the Rebels to 19 wins over the past two seasons, the most in program history. UNLV'

Illinois wide receiver Collin Dixon catches a pass from quarterback Luke Altmyer as Purdue defensive back Dillon Thieneman defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, in Champaign, Ill. Purdue football has its new leader.

Six players did stick with the Boilermakers through uncertainty, signing National Letters of Intent on Wednesday. Cameron Gorin, who is verbally committed to Purdue, is not expected to sign during this week's early signing period. More: Purdue football coaching candidates Hot Board 2.0: What's the latest intel?

Indications are the Boilermakers are closing in on their next football coach. What we're hearing as of Saturday night.

Purdue football is targeting Barry Odom to be its next head coach hire, with both parties working toward an agreement.

Purdue football's 2024 season gave the sport one of its best recent examples of how quickly public opinion can swing. How many classified Indiana as the superior head coaching position over the Boilermakers one year ago?