The long-standing football rivalry between Purdue University and the University of Notre Dame has been put on hold after Purdue announced the addition of a Big 12 Conference opponent to its future schedule, according to a report by Nathan Baird of the Indianapolis Star on November 3, 2026.
The Boilermakers' decision to schedule a Big 12 team means the annual matchup with the Fighting Irish will not take place in the upcoming seasons. Details regarding the specific Big 12 opponent and the duration of the pause were not disclosed in the initial report.
