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Indiana Football Previewed by Northwestern HC David Braun Ahead of Week 4

On Friday night (8:00 p.m. ET, FOX), Indiana (3-0) opens its Big Ten slate against Northwestern (2-0) in Bloomington. Wildcats head coach David Braun previewed the matchup on Monday.

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Here’s how former IU football players did in week two of the NFL season

Week 2 is in the books for Hoosiers in the NFL. Aiden Fisher and Elijah Sarratt both dressed for gameday for the first time in their careers. Here’s a summary of how everyone performed: Fernando Mendoza, QB (Las Vegas Raiders) – Did not play, backup quarterback. Ian Thomas , TE (Las Vegas Raiders) – Played 31 offensive snaps.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 22

Curt Cignetti Forced to Break Silence as Josh Hoover Scrutiny Blows Out of Proportion

Replacing Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza at Indiana was never going to be easy for Josh Hoover. Even after leading the Hoosiers to a clean 3-0 start and a 38-0 blowout against Western Kentucky, internet critics jumped on a few incomplete passes.

Indiana Hoosiers News / SwimSwam / September 21

Indiana Hoosiers Open 2028 Recruiting with Verbal Commitment from #9 Avery Daigle

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Indiana Hoosiers News / SwimSwam / September 21

Indiana Hoosers Open 2028 Recruiting with Verbal Commitment from #9 Avery Daigle

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / September 21

IU football: Curt Cignetti believes Josh Hoover is facing too much scrutiny

There are many layers to Curt Cignetti’s coaching style that make him one of, if not the best in the sport. And at or near the top of his resume is Cignetti’s ability to develop quarterbacks.

Curt Cignetti News / The Daily Hoosier / September 21

Watch: IU football coach Curt Cignetti Monday Q&A — Northwestern week

Watch as IU football coach Curt Cignetti met with the media on Monday afternoon to preview the Big Ten opener against Northwestern. No. 4/5 Indiana (3-0) faces Northwestern on Friday at 8 p.m.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / September 21

IU football game three: Early odds, projections, details for Northwesten

Indiana is set to open 2026 Big Ten play under the Friday night lights. The No. 4/5 Hoosiers (3-0) will take on Northwestern (2-0) Friday evening at p.m.

College Football News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / September 21

Josh Hoover's Heisman Stock Takes Major Hit

Josh Hoover was a Heisman Trophy sleeper according to many experts to begin the season, and after throwing four touchdowns in each of Indiana's first two games, the TCU transfer was all of a sudden no longer a sleeper, but rather a serious Heisman Trophy candidate.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / September 21

IU football: Defensive snap counts and notes from win over Western Kentucky

Indiana moved to 3-0 with a 38-0 win over Western Kentucky on Saturday in Bloomington. The full defensive snap counts from the game are below. But first, here are some notes on the defense coming out of the contest: For a look at the offense vs.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / September 19

Dominant performance against WKU showed what Indiana’s defense is capable of

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana football has boasted one of the best defenses in the country since Curt Cignetti became head coach and Bryant Haines became defensive coordinator.

Nick Marsh News / The Daily Hoosier / September 19

Nick Marsh shines against Western Kentucky, shows why No. 4 Indiana brought him to Bloomington

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Few Hoosiers entered the 2026 season with higher expectations than Nick Marsh. No, the 6-foot-3, 210-pound wide receiver was not a part of last year’s national championship squad.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / September 19

Watch: Hoover, Becker, Richard, Jones and Hardy talk win over WKU

Watch as IU football players Josh Hoover, Charlie Becker, Turbo Richard, Isaiah Jones and Rolijah Hardy met with the media following a 38-0 win over Western Kentucky.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / September 19

Indiana DL Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt Clarity Could Come Next Week

According to reports from ESPN's Pete Thamel, Indiana defensive linemen Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt are unlikely to be ruled eligible before the Hoosiers game against Western Kentucky on Saturday.

College Basketball News / Busting Brackets / September 16

Indiana’s new 7-foot commitment reveals Darian DeVries’ recruiting plan

Indiana has added another enormous developmental piece to its 2027 recruiting class. German center Felix Kiehlneker committed to the Hoosiers on Tuesday after visiting Indiana and USC.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 12

INDIANA IS BACK! Hoosiers DOMINATE Howard From Start to Finish

The Indiana Hoosiers are showing no signs of slowing down. No. 5 Indiana delivered another dominant performance Saturday afternoon, shutting out Howard 55-0 at Memorial Stadium and improving to 2-0 on the season.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 10

Indiana Looks to Stay Perfect Against Howard

The defending national champions return home Saturday looking to continue their strong start to the 2026 season when No. 5 Indiana hosts Howard at Memorial Stadium.

College Football News / College Football News / September 9

Indiana vs Howard Prediction: What Do the Hoosiers Need To Work On?

Indiana did what it was supposed to against North Texas in a 52-16 win, but remember, it struggled against Old Dominion to start last season – it wasn’t a given that the Hoosiers would be red hot from the start this year.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Big Ten Network / September 8

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Jacob Savage News / Big Ten Network / September 7

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College Football News / EasySportz / September 5

Indiana Opens National Championship Defense With Dominant Win Over North Texas

The defending national champions are officially back, and Indiana wasted little time reminding college football that last season was no fluke. No. 6 Indiana dominated North Texas 52-16 on Saturday at Memorial Stadium, opening the 2026 season with a convincing victory and extending head coach Curt Cignetti’s winning streak to 17 games.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 5

Indiana shows no championship hangover in thorough Week 1 win

The Indiana Hoosiers didn't let last year's success get to their heads.

Top 25 roundup: No. 1 Ohio State blasts Ball State

No. 2 Oregon rallies, avoids upset by Boise State

Bear Bachmeier, No. 14 BYU throttle Utah Tech

Kamari Moulton has career day, No. 22 Iowa rips Northern Illinois

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

Josh Hoover News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5

Indiana QB Josh Hoover kept playing with blood all over his face

Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover achieved gamer status on Saturday with his actions during the second quarter of the team’s season opener. Hoover was the victim of a brutal facemask by North Texas defensive lineman Udoka Ezeani during the second quarter of Saturday’s game at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Indiana Football Makes History Before 2026 Home Opener

Indiana football will eventually have to turn its complete attention toward defending its national championship. Before doing so, the Hoosiers had one more opportunity to celebrate a season that permanently changed the program.

Analyst thinks Indiana is No. 1 team in the country, is 'disrespected' by AP poll

NFL analysts and experts have been discussing whether the Hoosiers will still be a real contender without Mendoza heading up their offense. One analyst says that answer is, "yes."

The 'CFB championship head coaches' quiz