Purdue Names Ryan Browne Starting Quarterback for 2025 Season

Purdue has named Ryan Browne as the starting quarterback for the 2025 season opener against Ball State, as announced by new head coach Barry Odom. Browne, who began his college career at Purdue and briefly transferred to North Carolina before returning, beat out Arkansas transfer Malachi Singleton for the starting role. Over two seasons at Purdue, Browne has shown flashes of talent, including a standout performance in an overtime loss to Illinois, with career stats of 532 passing yards, four touchdowns, and two interceptions in 2024. Despite a challenging 2024 season for Purdue, finishing 1-11 and leading to the firing of former coach Ryan Walters, Odom aims to revitalize the team, relying on Browne's potential to energize the offense. Browne's experience and skill set, combined with new coaching leadership, position Purdue to improve in the upcoming season. The announcement reflects a full-circle moment for Browne, highlighting his resilience and determination to lead the Boilermakers forward.