A few thoughts on Morgan Burke’s death and legacy
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End of an Era – Morgan Burke Tenure Ends Today
Morgan Burke's tenure as athletic director ends as of the end of Wednesday, August 31. A loyal son of Purdue, Burke is being lauded as a model AD, a terrific leader and a wholesome man. We don't disagree that Morgan's heart was always in the right place, but how much of what he did was "impressive" and how much was basic maintenance?
BS Roundtable: Mike Bobinski is Purdue's New AD
The BS gang goes back-and-forth about Purdue's new Athletic Director, Mike Bobinski.
Trustees get their guy: Mike Bobinski
Purdue probably listened to the groans of potentially hiring from inside the Athletic Department or from the Trustees...so good move there. They hired right in between - a safe-ish, uninspiring AD that wasn't as bad as some of the candidates and wasn't even close to many of the positive scenarios.
Purdue Bids Against Itself -- Contract for Matt Painter Extended
Matt Painter will be patrolling the sidelines through at least 2022, as per a recent report of his signing a three-year extension. But who is Purdue bidding against for his services?
It Could Be Worse
Three is not a big number, but some schools would love to have that many NCAA titles, and I don't just mean Coastal Carolina. Before we examine Burke-era results, it's helpful to have context, so let's get some. Context, I mean.
A Legacy of Less
2015-16 NACDA standings are out, and they tell us the same story we've heard every year under Morgan Burke: he delivers less than he promises. How much less? Dig in to find out.
The Burkening Begins
Sharon Versyp signed a six-year extension today ... wait, what?
Incredibly, Purdue’s Athletic Department is Worse Than You Think
What's worse than an angry fanbase? An apathetic one that has given up. But this is what happens when those fans realize that the Purdue athletic department doesn't care about winning in football.
Morgan Burke Takes Outside Opinion Personally
The Notorious MJB discusses his tenure, his eventual departure, what he's proud of and what has changed the most in his time as AD. Oh, and he also still hates blogs.
Just Stop About Kevin Sumlin Coming to Purdue
Sometimes when an insane rumor gets some semblance of legs, it’s interesting to trace back where it came from.
Football Success Can Be Defined In Ways You’re Not Smart Enough to Understand
I get a little tired of every remark Morgan Burke and others within Purdue athletics makes being a shot at fans and alums who simply want to see a non-disappointing football product once in a while.
