Rigby becomes the fourth Purdue receiver from the 2024 roster to find a new home, joining Leland Smith (San Jose State), Jahmal Edrine (Virginia) and Jaron Tibbs (Kansas State). Receiver CJ Smith also entered the transfer portal.

Purdue is adding to its offense by reportedly getting a commitment from former top 100 recruit Nathan Leacock.

If Ohio State beats Texas in the Playoff semifinals, the sport will be assured of having consecutive national champions from outside the Sun Belt region for the first time in three decades. The possibility means the playoff's expansion from four to 12 teams accomplished one of its major goals,