Curt Cignetti had the perfect response to new Purdue AD’s jab
Indiana’s head coach was asked about the new Purdue AD’s viral quote last week during a press conference today.
West Lafayette, Indiana - November 28, 2025: The Indiana-Purdue rivalry made headlines last week, with incoming Purdue athletic director Tommy McClelland making an ill-advised comment during his introductory press conference. McClelland said, "We are here to win championships. If you don't want to win championships, go to Indiana."
The statement quickly went viral, causing a stir. Later, Curt Cignetti, Indiana's head coach, was interviewed by the media for the first time since McClelland's comment went public. When asked about the comment, Cignetti responded, "Not really," and quickly moved on to the next question. Indiana's season begins on September 5, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET against North Texas at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana.
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