Indiana Hoosiers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 20

Report: IU basketball tied to major new nonconference event beginning in 2027

CBS Sports’ Matt Norlander is reporting IU basketball is one of eight major college basketball program expected to be part of a significant new nonconference event beginning in 2027.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 20

Rapidly ascending in-state 2027 safety Errol Kerns III schedules IU football official visit

Fast-rising in-state safety Errol Kerns III has scheduled an IU official visit June 19-21. The Lawrence Central H.S. (Indianapolis) product committed to Miami (Ohio) in April, but a wave of Power 4 offers this spring appears to have him reconsidering that decision.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 20

First NFL contract details for former IU football tight end Riley Nowakowski

Former IU tight end Riley Nowakowski has signed his first NFL contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Nowakowski was selected in the fifth round by Pittsburgh in last month’s NFL Draft.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 20

“It makes you evaluate everything”: Fernando Mendoza’s intellect has Raiders on their toes

As a quarterback from 2007 to 2010, Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko’s time at Pitt overlapped with IU offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan, who was a tight end for the Panthers from 2008 to 2012.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 19

IU men’s basketball commit Chase Branham’s internal drive, passion define his hoops journey

HAMILTON, Ohio — Chase Branham’s basketball journey traces back through his family. He spent his childhood watching his older brother, Jake, go through his career on the court.

Curt Cignetti News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 19

5 Major Droughts Indiana Football Can End in 2026

It's a comically long Reddit post that always comes to mind when I attempt to describe how historic the 2025 season was for Indiana. At some point, an Ohio State fan (go figure) decided that the only way to illustrate all the feats was to keep a somewhat chronological list and just continue adding to it.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 19

IU basketball confirms the addition of German 7-footer Clemens Sokolov

IU basketball confirmed the addition of German 7-footer Clemens Sokolov on Tuesday afternoon. Sokolov arrives in Bloomington as a freshman. The full release from IU Athletics on Sokolov is below. For more highlights, GO HERE.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Inside the Hall / May 19

IU basketball announces the signing of German big man Clemens Sokolov

IU basketball officially announced the signing of German big man Clemens Sokolov on Tuesday. Sokolov committed to the Hoosiers on May 8. He will be a freshman next season.

Brendan Sorsby News / The Daily Hoosier / May 19

Brendan Sorsby says he bet on IU football games to “feel more connected to game and teammates”

Former Indiana quarterback Brendan Sorsby filed for an injunction against the NCAA this week, seeking his eligibility for the 2026 college football season.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 19

Watch: Mark Cuban talks Fernando Mendoza, state of NBA, sports betting

Watch as IU billionaire alumnus Mark Cuban sat down with Front Office Sports for a long form interview. Cuban discusses his involvement in the recruitment of Fernando Mendoza, why he left NBA ownership, sports betting, broadcast trends, and much more.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / May 19

Fernando Mendoza already challenging Raiders' coaches

How Fernando Mendoza is challenging Raiders' coaches early in NFL career

Las Vegas offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko revealed how Mendoza is challenging members of the team's coaching staff ahead of mandatory minicamp.

Browns could have the perfect Shedeur Sanders replacement lined up for 2027

Ravens HC Jesse Minter gives big Lamar Jackson update after OTA reports

Jaxson Dart has defiant message on important lesson from rookie season

Hall of Famer warns Kyler Murray amid competition with J.J. McCarthy

Joe Burrow issues challenge for self, Zac Taylor after Bengals' offseason moves

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 19

IU basketball recruiting: Hoosiers offer 2027 4-star center Lewis Uvwo

Indiana has offered the top shot blocker in the 2027 class. Rising senior center Lewis Uvwo announced an offer from the IU staff on his Instagram page.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 18

What are Indiana Football's Biggest Trap Games of 2026?

Where will Indiana be ranked to start the 2026 college football season? While debate will rage regardless of the number next to Indiana's name to start the year, the Hoosiers will likely be favored in no fewer than 11 of their 12 regular season contests.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

IU football recruiting: 2027 3-star in-state WR Branden Sharpe commits to the Hoosiers

In-state class of 2027 3-star wide receiver Branden Sharpe announced his verbal pledge to Indiana on Monday evening at his high school. Based on the average of the national rankings, Sharpe is a 3-star, the No.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

IU football recruiting: 2027 4-star Monsanna Torbert decommits

The highest-rated recruit in IU football’s 2027 class has reopened his process. Ohio-based cornerback Monsanna Torbert announced Monday afternoon he has scheduled several visits and is no longer verbally pledged to IU.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

IU basketball confirms the addition of transfer guard Justin Monden

IU basketball formally confirmed the addition of Maryland Eastern Shore guard Justin Monden on Monday afternoon. The full release from IU Athletics is below.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

“Not gonna underestimate Indiana again”: What anonymous Big Ten coaches said about IU football

It’s difficult to get college coaches to speak candidly on much of anything. That’s why we like Athlon’s annual tradition of obtaining anonymous quotes from coaches from around the Big Ten containing candid thoughts about other programs in the league.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

NFL contract terms for former IU football WR Elijah Sarratt

Former IU wide receiver Elijah Sarratt has signed his first NFL contract with the Baltimore Ravens. Sarratt was selected in the fourth round by Baltimore in last month’s NFL Draft.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 18

IU basketball recruiting: Hoosiers offer 2029 center Mason Grivna

Indiana has made its first offer in the class of 2029. Rising sophomore Mason Grivna was offered by the IU staff during the live recruiting period. According to Next Up Recruits on X, IU had coaches in attendance for all his games this weekend at an Adidas national recruiting event.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / May 18

Ranking the 10 Best Wide Receivers in Indiana Football History

With five All-Americans, eight first-team All-Big Ten selections, and 16 NFL Draft picks, Indiana has never had a problem coming up with tremendous college football wide receivers.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 17

IU basketball recruiting: Hoosiers offer 7-foot class of 2028 forward Yann Kamagate

Indiana has offered one of the fastest rising and most dynamic players in the 2028 class. Rising junior Yann Kamagate has received an offer from the IU staff after they watched him during the weekend live recruiting period.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / May 17

When Fernando Mendoza could start for Raiders: Three dates to circle

Generally, it's expected that Cousins will start early in the season. But when will Mendoza take over?

'Fernando Mendoza will be a bust': Analyst blasts Raiders, Tom Brady over rookie QB

Raiders' Fernando Mendoza gets high praise ahead of Kirk Cousins QB battle

NFL executive shares challenge for Raiders, Fernando Mendoza after perceived schedule snub

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / May 17

IU football lands commitment from in-state 4-star OT Mason McDermott

Indiana football has added one of the top offensive linemen in the 2027 class. Noblesville, Ind. based offensive tackle Mason McDermott announced his verbal pledge to the Hoosiers during his official visit this weekend.