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Gold and Black Radio: Purdue readies for USC challenge

by: Derek Schultz09/10/25
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In our Sept. 9, 2025 edition, Purdue football talk with GoldandBlack.com’s football experts Tom Dienhart and Dub Jellison as the duo discusses Saturday’s matchup with USC with host Derek Schultz.

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Purdue Football’s 3-2-1

(an excerpt from Tom’s Tuesday feature)

3 – George is back, baby!

The career of George Burhenn has gone in fits and starts, as injury has often derailed him. His latest health obstacle: A leg injury incurred during the first play of an April 5 scrimmage. He had surgery five days later followed by a long and often laborious rehab over the summer.

Now, Burhenn is back.

The talented tight end is starting to tease with potential again. He got his feet wet in the opener, playing 16 snaps. Last week, he led Purdue with three receptions for 48 yards … and looked good doing so.

“It felt really good,” said Burhenn. “It’s definitely like a weight lifted off my shoulders, just the long journey of recovery and just getting back out there. So, it was definitely a great feeling.”

The best may be yet to come. The bottom line: Burhenn needs to be a star for Purdue to reach its potential.

“Every day, I’m getting a little bit better,” said Burhenn,” because the process is still continuing of getting fully back. But, yeah, just every day getting a little bit better.”

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