Purdueextends contract and raises salary for football GM Brandon Lee
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Purdue football has extended the contract of general manager Brandon Lee through the 2027 season, nearly doubling his annual salary to $360,000 for 2026. Lee, who joined Purdue in December 2023, previously earned $200,000. The decision reinforces Purdue's commitment to its front office as the team prepares to fund revenue share up to the cap of $20.5 million for the 2026 season. Additionally, Purdue has hired Jason Simmons as the assistant general manager, marking a reunion with Lee after their prior collaboration in recruiting.
- •Brandon Lee's salary increases to $370,000 in 2027.
- •Purdue's revenue share cap stands at $20.5 million for the next season.
- •Purdue signed 32 transfers following the last season.
- •Jason Simmons rejoins Purdue as assistant general manager.
- 7:48 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue football general manager gets contract extension, raise, assistant
"The Boilermakers are committed to their front office, and Lawrence Central grad Brandon Lee was a beneficiary early in his tenure.
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