Gold and Black Radio: Purdue football, July 4th fireworks and more

Gold and Black Radio is centered on how Purdue football could build momentum this fall, mixing recruiting analysis with speculation about game-day fireworks. The June 30 episode features GoldandBlack.com editors Tom Dienhart and Dub Jellison, with substitute host Alan Karpick, breaking down Purdue-related possibilities and broader college football context. In the audio-only Purdue-UCLA preview segment, the discussion highlights UCLA’s hiring of Bob Chesney as head coach, his turnaround track record including a College Football Playoff run with James Madison, and expectations for an improved postseason outlook. On offense, UCLA is seen as led by sophomore wide receiver Brian Rowe, a transfer from South Carolina, praised for athletic traits including a 40+ inch vertical. On defense, edge prospect Sahir West, 280 pounds from James Madison, is expected to bolster a pass-rush unit. The biggest uncertainty is UCLA’s run defense.