BREAKING NEWS: Deal Accepted! 4-Star Defensive Tackle Dylan Berymon Agrees to 3-Year, $152 Million Contract with Purdue Football as Their New Franchise Cornerstone
In a stunning and groundbreaking move that has sent shockwaves across the college football landscape, 4-star defensive tackle Dylan Berymon has officially agreed to a 3-year contract worth a staggering $152 million with the Purdue Boilermakers
. This unprecedented deal not only elevates Purdue’s defensive future but also signals a new era in college athletics, where high-profile recruits are being treated—and valued—like professional superstars.
Dylan Berymon, widely regarded as one of the most dominant defensive linemen in the Class of 2026, had garnered attention from top programs including Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. However, after extensive recruitment efforts, the Boilermakers have succeeded in securing his signature, making him the new face of their football program. Known for his explosive power, lightning-quick hands, and unshakable field awareness, Berymon is expected to anchor Purdue’s defensive line and become a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks in the Big Ten.
The $152 million package, which includes NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) endorsements, academic incentives, and performance bonuses, marks a historic benchmark in collegiate athletics. Never before has a non-quarterback recruit commanded such a lucrative deal, and it reflects both the changing landscape of college football and Purdue’s willingness to invest in long-term success. University officials called Berymon a “once-in-a-generation player” and emphasized that his character and leadership qualities made him a perfect cultural fit for the Boilermaker program.
Head Coach Ryan Walters, who has been spearheading a strategic rebuild of the Purdue football identity, called the signing “a major victory” for the team. “Dylan brings not just talent, but the heart, discipline, and leadership our program is built on,” he said during the announcement press conference.
Fans and analysts are already calling this the most impactful signing in Purdue history. If Berymon lives up to his immense potential, the Boilermakers could become serious contenders not just in the Big Ten, but on the national stage. His arrival also sends a strong message to other top recruits: Purdue is ready to compete at the highest level.
As Dylan Berymon prepares to don the black and gold, all eyes will be on West Lafayette—because the future of Purdue football has officially begun.