GoldandBlack.com video and pre-game update: Purdue coach Matt Painter on the season opener, redshirts and more

Boilermakers' coach provides insight into the team's preparation for the season opener and discusses the status of redshirted players.

Matt Painter previews the season opener and discusses redshirt status

Purdue coach Matt Painter spoke to the media on Thursday ahead of the team's season opener against Milwaukee on Friday night. Painter discussed a variety of topics, including the team's preparation for the game, the status of redshirted players, and his expectations for the season.

Painter said that the team has had a good week of practice and is ready for the season opener. He said that the team is excited to get started and is looking forward to playing in front of the home crowd.

Painter also provided an update on the status of redshirted players Ethan Morton and Caleb Furst. Morton is expected to play in the season opener, while Furst is still recovering from an injury and is not expected to play.

When asked about his expectations for the season, Painter said that he is optimistic about the team's potential. He said that the team has a lot of talent and experience, and he believes that they can be a contender in the Big Ten.