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Purdue football has gained a commitment from three-star tight end Cooper McCutchan for its 2026 recruiting class.

McCutchan decommitted from North Carolina before announcing his decision to join the Boilermakers.

Purdue tight ends have combined for 21 catches and 209 yards with no touchdowns this season.

WEST LAFAYETTE — A Purdue football offense that has lacked consistency this season targeted one of its biggest areas of need with its 2026 recruiting class.

Cooper McCutchan's decommitment from North Carolina and coach Bill Belichick earlier this month was the Boilermakers ' gain.

McCutchan, a three-star tight end rated the No. 1,179 recruit nationally by Rivals industry rankings , announced Monday on Twitter he's "100% committed" to coach Barry Odom 's

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