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Surprise QB ranking has Indiana Football back in the national spotlight

The Big Ten landscape feels more unpredictable than ever, and Indiana is quietly emerging as a contender. Their quarterback’s sudden rise is the latest reason for the buzz.

Curt Cignetti under fire for softening Indiana’s future football schedule

Indiana shocked the college football world by canceling its Virginia series and replacing it with weaker opponents. Now, critics are questioning whether the Hoosiers can maintain their playoff credibility moving forward.

Cignetti’s WR1 earns national recognition in the Athletic’s Big Ten top 25 list

Curt Cignetti’s Hoosiers aren’t slowing down anytime soon. One of his top weapons just landed a spot in The Athletic’s Big Ten player rankings.

The Athletic gives Curt Cignetti’s Indiana defense a massive nod in new Big Ten rankings

The national spotlight is finally catching up to what Curt Cignetti and Indiana already knew. Mikail Kamara isn’t just back — he might be the most dangerous defender in the conference.

Pro Football Focus puts Hoosiers defender among College Football’s elite

One Hoosiers defender is starting to turn heads on a national level. PFF thinks he could be one of college football’s biggest difference-makers this season.

Curt Cignetti gets unexpected national nod from Pro Football Focus

Curt Cignetti continues to earn national attention after leading Indiana to a historic season. Now, Pro Football Focus is giving him a spotlight few saw coming.

ESPN raises concerns about a key area for Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti despite strong 2024 campaign

Curt Cignetti led Indiana to a breakout season, but ESPN believes the Hoosiers have a glaring weakness. The program will need to prove critics wrong to make a real run in 2025.

Cignetti is quietly becoming College Football’s next big thing

Curt Cignetti took Indiana from nobody to a playoff contender in just one season. Now, he’s on a national watch list that puts him alongside college football’s biggest coaching names.

CBS Sports says Indiana football still has firepower to light up the Big Ten

Indiana football shocked the country last season with one of the nation’s most explosive offenses. Now, CBS Sports says Curt Cignetti’s group has the firepower to do it all over again.

Pro Football Focus names Hoosiers cornerback among top players to watch

A standout Hoosiers defender is drawing national buzz ahead of the 2025 season. Pro Football Focus thinks he’s one of college football’s best — and he’s just getting started.

Indiana football playmaker climbing the ranks in new EA Sports video game

Indiana shocked the college football world last season — and now one Hoosier is turning heads in the virtual world too. His new EA Sports rating has fans talking.

Cignetti, Indiana football face brutal 2025 scenario in CBS Sports’ latest outlook

Indiana’s rise under Curt Cignetti turned heads — but staying at the top won’t be easy. CBS Sports just dropped a prediction that Hoosier fans won’t want to see.

Ranking Big Ten football schedules, from hardest (Wisconsin) to easiest (Illinois)

Illinois faces just one team ranked in the Sporting News preseason Top 25 next season.

Curt Cignetti's second season in Bloomington hinges on one question

The Hoosiers stunned the college football world this past season and can do it again if they answer a highly sought-after question.

Indiana football could go to CFP again, hinges on two games

Indiana made the CFP last year, but this year might be a different story.

Curt Cignetti ready to turn page for Indiana football, still haunted by CFP exit

Curt Cignetti had a chance to dissect the film of Indiana's playoff loss to Notre Dame, but it isn't enough to erase the sting that he felt knowing the season was over.

Ranking the Big Ten QBs - Penn State' Drew Allar is the head of the class

Drew Allar will take center stage in 2024 while a pair of freshmen are poised to take over at Ohio State and Michigan.

Will Indiana football miss the College Football Playoff in 2025?

Despite making the postseason last year, CBS Sports used the help of FanDuel to compile the Big Ten's way-too-early odds and predict a huge question mark for the Indiana Hoosiers.

Las Vegas oddsmakers pick surprise 2024 Big Ten College Football Playoff team to flop this season

Find out which Cinderella team from last season could take a nose dive next season

Ex-Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke reveals what led to 'instability' during College Football Playoff run last season

Kurtis Rourke pulled back the curtain at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Paul Finebaum sends warning to Big Ten College Football Playoff team who would have flopped with SEC schedule

Paul Finebaum was a non-believer in one of college football's Cinderella-type teams.

Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti given huge praise by 247Sports for near-perfect CFP, Big Ten season

Indiana can prove that this past football season was not a fluke.

Ex-Indiana coach-turned Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen linked to College Football Playoff ACC job

Former Indiana coach Tom Allen, who served as Penn State's defensive coordinator this past season, could be on the move to the ACC soon.

Kurtis Rourke carried Indiana to historic season while playing through major injury

Kurtis Rourke led Indiana to having one of the best offenses in the country.

Joe Buck, Troy Aikman defend Indiana Hoosiers' College Football Playoff placement after opening round loss

When doing an advertisement read during "Monday Night Football" between the Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints, Joe Buck and Troy Aikman shut down any backlash the Indiana Hoosiers received following their playoff loss to Notre Dame. Buck is an Indiana supporter despite not graduating.

Indiana lands 3,000-yard, top-ranked QB transfer to replace Kurtis Rourke

Curt Cignetti has found his quarterback for next season.

College Football Playoff bracket: Updated schedule, results for 2024 CFP

Here is a breakdown of the first ever 12-team college football bracket.

College Football Playoff margin of victory: Critics bash one-sided blowouts

The highly-anticipated 12-team College Football Playoff kicked off this weekend. But after three blowouts, critics questioned the format.

Four CFP blowouts show the seeding must be fixed in the 12-team format

If the CFP had been seeded by achievement, rather than granting preferential treatment to the highest-ranked conference champions, the first-round games might have featured more drama, less comedy.

Explaining who Notre Dame will play next in CFP playoff

The team awaiting the Irish ranks No. 2 in the CFP bracket.

Lane Kiffin criticizes CFP committee during Indiana, SMU blowouts

Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin was vocal during the first-round games about the committee's decision to include SMU and Indiana over his Rebels.

Notre Dame vs. Indiana final score, results: Fighting Irish dominate Hoosiers in College Football Playoff opener

The Fighting Irish defense stifled the potent Hoosiers' offense to advance to the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff.

Twitter overreacts to Indiana’s blowout loss in College Football Playoff: ‘Fire Cignetti'

The college football community criticized Curt Cignetti after Indiana's 27-17 loss to Notre Dame on Friday night. This was the first time both programs had played each other since 1991.

Notre Dame-Indiana shows on-campus games rule, but tweaks still needed

The Irish were mostly dominant in what was a one-sided first-round matchup that showcased the highs – and potential lows – of the new first-round format. 

Curt Cignetti faces backlash for playing conservative after big talk before Notre Dame thumping in CFP

Curt Cignetti's coaching decisions were put into question after brash comments on College GameDay.

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti makes egotistical comment about its College Football Playoff resume

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti turned heads ahead of its College Football Playoff matchup with Notre Dame. The Hoosiers won all but one game during the regular season and none against teams whose resume qualified for the AP Top 25.

Latest weather updates in South Bend for Notre Dame vs. Indiana

Cold conditions could make an impact on Friday's playoff matchup between the Irish and the Hoosiers.

Curt Cignetti's best quotes at Indiana

Indiana's Curt Cignetti has gone viral for multiple zingers.

What channel is Notre Dame vs. Indiana on today?

The Sporting News has all the details on how to watch Notre Dame vs. Indiana.

What time is the Notre Dame-Indiana game today?

Channel, TV schedule, live stream for CFP first round playoff matchup.

Last time Indiana beat ND: Revisiting the history of rare in-state CFB meeting

The latest Notre Dame vs. Indiana meeting is especially unique because these two programs from the state of Indiana have met a total of just 29 times.

Ranking best NFL Draft prospects in 12-team CFP

Seven of the teams in the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff tournament have a top-10 prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft, include multiple players from Penn State and Georgia.

Is there a College Football Playoff game today?

What to know about Friday's college football schedule.

How to listen to Notre Dame vs. Indiana on the radio

Here is everything that you need to know in order to listen to Notre Dame vs. Indiana on the radio.

Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti makes predictably bold proclamation ahead of Notre Dame matchup

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti's rhetoric was on-brand ahead of its opening-round College Football Playoff game against Notre Dame. The Hoosiers are poised to make a deep run after finishing the regular season 11-1.

Say what? Indiana's Curt Cignetti's wins Sporting News Coach of the Year

Indiana, statistically and historically, was the worst power conference football program when Curt Cignetti arrived to coach the Hoosiers last December. They were among the best 12 games later, and there was no one better equipped to talk about it.

Curt Cignetti makes major announcement regarding future at Indiana

Picks against the spread for College Football Playoff's four first-round games

Winter weather is likely to be a factor at three of the four sites this weekend.

Curt Cignetti raised shocking level of NIL funding for Indiana this season

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti worked from the ground up to make college football's most unlikely turnaround possible. The Hoosiers qualified for the College Football Playoff for the first time in school history this season.

Trocchi expert bracket: Look for Notre Dame to win first title since 1988

The Irish will need to pull an upset in the final against the No. 1 team. Here's how they will do it.

Get the best tickets for Indiana's CFP First Round game at Notre Dame

No. 10 Indiana will hit the road for a 2024 CFP first round game at Notre Dame. Here's how to get tickets for the playoff matchup in South Bend.

Notre Dame vs. Indiana tickets, prices and best seats for 2024 CFP first round game

Here's everything you need to know about the College Football Playoff first-round game between Notre Dame and Indiana.

Updated schedule, opponent for Indiana in 2024 College Football Playoffs bracket

Indiana will make its first College Football Playoff appearance this year.

Indiana's Curt Cignetti puzzled by potential College Football Playoff road game

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti had choice words for the College Football Playoff Committee one day before the 12-team reveal. Cignetti is confused about why the Hoosiers may get snubbed from hosting a first-round game, and rightfully so.

Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti honored as Indiana awaits College Football Playoff fate

First-year Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti took home several honors on December 3 ahead of the Hoosiers' finding out their playoff fate. Indiana finished the regular season 11-1, its best year in school history.

Updated Big Ten standings, tiebreaker scenarios for conference title game

Oregon is in the Big Ten championship game. Ohio State can join the Ducks with a win over Michigan.

Big Ten championship scenarios: Ohio State, Penn State, IU still in the mix

There are three teams still with a shot to face Oregon for the Big Ten title on Dec. 7.

College Football Playoff Projection: Tennessee, Arizona State, SMU move in

A wild Week 13 caused a major shakeup in our projected field for the College Football Playoff.

Indiana egregiously ranked below first-year Power 4 program in Week 14 AP Top 25 Poll

Indiana fell below one of the newest Power Four schools in Sunday's AP Top 25 poll.

Curt Cignetti goes into defense mode addressing Indiana’s CFP hopes

Coach Curt Cignetti had some choice words for a reporter after Indiana dropped a potential season-defining game to Ohio State.

Curt Cignetti doubles down on the Hoosiers' CFP chances

Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti sent a strong message on the Hoosier's chances to make the College Football Playoff after losing to Ohio State

Indiana misses its big chance against Ohio State. Will Hoosiers get another?

Curt Cignetti is still confident his team will be in the College Football Playoff despite a disappointing performance in a 38-15 loss to Ohio State.

Ryan Day and Ohio State deal Indiana first loss in 38-15 blowout

The Sporting News tracked live updates and highlights from Ohio State vs. Indiana on Saturday.

Former Heisman winner sends worried message on Curt Cignetti’s Hoosiers after blowout loss to Ohio State

One former Heisman winner doesn't like what Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti's Hoosiers' future holds in the rankings.

Ohio State moves one step closer to Oregon rematch with blowout of Indiana

The Buckeyes overcame a slow start and hammered No. 5 Indiana 38-15 on Saturday.

Curt Cignetti shares forceful rallying cry ahead of Indiana-Ohio State

Hoosiers head football coach Curt Cignetti shared a strong message ahead of Indiana-Ohio State on FOX's Big Noon Kickoff.

What channel is Ohio State vs. Indiana on today?

Time, TV schedule to watch Saturday college football game live

Last time Indiana beat Ohio State in football: Revisiting the 1988 blowout in Bloomington

How to tune into Ohio State vs. Indiana radio broadcast today

Channel, live streams to listen to live college football game broadcast between Ohio State vs. Indiana.

Kurtis Rourke's play — not his words — speak volumes ahead of Ohio State matchup

Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke doesn't say much to the press. Instead, he's let his play do the talking ahead of a historic showdown vs. Ohio State on Saturday.

Is Indiana's No. 5 CFP spot justified? Exploring doubters' main concerns on Hoosiers' SOS

Is Indiana deserving of their No. 5 College Football Playoff Rankings spot?

Curt Cignetti sends a message to College Football Playoff committee

Indiana is trying to crash the CFP party, and that's not going over well with some

Indiana has less historic success in football than almost any power conference team. Except in 2024, with the Hoosiers undefeated through 10 games. The field of the College Football Playoff should be decided on current excellence, not historic success.

ESPN shares outlandish take on Indiana star as Hoosiers get No. 5 spot in College Football Playoff Rankings

One ESPN analyst shared a disrespectful take on Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke.

CBS analyst makes bold prediction for Ohio State vs Indiana

College Football Playoff bracket: Sorting out the bubble by Big Ten, SEC brands

After three sets of rankings, the Big Ten and SEC have three at-large bids apiece. Will that hold?

Indiana’s nightmare CFP scenario calls into question Hoosiers’ regular season

Indiana's nightmare is very possible if the rest of the Hoosiers' season goes as many expect.

Sporting News Top 25 after Week 12 sets up big games for Indiana, Arizona St.

With one week left in the regular season, Indiana and Arizona State are playing in the two most significant games of Week 13.

Georgia, Tennessee, Ole Miss, Alabama likely to doom Indiana in the CFP Rankings if Hoosiers lose to Ohio State

The SEC could be a bane to Indiana's existence if the Hoosiers have problems getting into the College Football Playoff.

Curt Cignetti gives logical explanation of massive contract extension with Indiana

Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti addressed what his Hoosiers future will look like.

Curt Cignetti gets important promise from Indiana within eight-year, $64 million contract extension

Hoosiers head football coach Curt Cignetti secured key promises in his contract extension with Indiana.

ESPN’s Rece Davis lays out Indiana’s College Football Playoff scenario

How much are Ohio State vs. Indiana football tickets?

Ohio State hosts Indiana in week 13 of the college football season. Here's how to get the best prices on tickets for the Big Ten matchup in Columbus.

Curt Cignetti could lose key Indiana assistant to AAC opening this offseason

Hoosiers head football coach Curt Cignetti may have to do some unplanned coaching hiring for his Indiana program this offseason.

Sporting News Top 25: Will Indiana, Notre Dame hold off two-loss SEC teams?

If you thought the campaign season was over, just wait until Tuesday. Indiana is the swing state in the College Football Playoff race.

Where to watch Indiana vs. Michigan today

Channel, time, schedule, live stream for Saturday college football game between Michigan, Indiana

Burning CFP questions: Addressing Indiana, Miami, Alabama, LSU, Ole Miss's chances

The College Football Playoff field is wide open with four weeks left in the regular season.

College football insider lays into 'disrespectful' Indiana

CBS Sports college football insider Josh Pate likes what he sees from the Indiana Hoosiers and head coach Curt Cignetti.

Analyst names victims of Miami's 'blue blood brand bias' in 2024 CFP Rankings

Miami shouldn't have been ranked so high in the first College Football Playoff Rankings and a few teams were deemed victims of the Hurricanes' "blue blood brand bias."

Finebaum shares controversial Indiana verdict on Hoosiers' College Football Playoff Rankings

Paul Finebaum shared a controversial Indiana verdict a day after the Hoosiers' shocking placement in the College Football Playoff Rankings was revealed.

Joel Klatt continues onslaught on 2024 CFP Rankings over Indiana

Joel Klatt doesn't believe the College Football Playoff Selection Committee operated in good faith with the first CFP Rankings over where Indiana is ranked.

Examining Indiana QB Tayven Jackson's family tree

The Hoosiers quarterback started five games for the team last season, but Saturday's game against Washington will be his first in 2024.

Analyst believes Penn State getting ranked ahead of Indiana is absolute 'bullsh**'

One analyst is livid that Penn State got a higher College Football Playoff ranking than Indiana.

BTN Color Commentator demands more respect be given to Indiana

What channel is Michigan State vs. Indiana on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Michigan State vs. Indiana, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Michigan vs. Indiana tickets, prices and more for Big Ten game in Indiana

Michigan and Indiana football meet in Bloomington for a Veterans Day Weekend game. Here's how to get the best prices on tickets for the matchup.

Indiana ranked ahead of two teams in a critical Big Ten matchup Saturday

Indiana gets extra love from the Big Ten Network.

Curt Cignetti discusses challenges of playing on the road at Michigan State

College Football Playoff Predictor sends worried message on three of Hoosier's final four games

Indiana hasn't convinced everyone that the College Football Playoff definitely has a spot for the Hoosiers.

Indiana's Kurtis Rourke on fast track to recovery post-thumb surgery

Indiana could get some positive news about its QB.

Four Big Ten teams are in the running for the College Football Playoff

With under two weeks to go until the selection show, find out which teams may make the first CFP field from the Big Ten.

Undefeated Indiana to host 'College GameDay' for second time ever

The team hosting ESPN's "College GameDay" this week is one of the biggest surprises of the college football season.

Where to watch Indiana vs. Washington today

Channel, time, schedule, live stream for Saturday college football game between Indiana vs. Washington

Pat Forde sends eyebrow-raising statement on Indiana before Hoosiers host Washington

Pat Forde believes the good times will continue to roll for Indiana.

Cignetti shares postgame injury update on Indiana QB

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti provided a crucial update on his QB1.

Indiana routs Nebraska 56-7, enters College Football Playoff discussion

If the Hoosiers get to 11 wins, then they would be a virtual certainty to make the College Football Playoff.

Greg McElroy lists Big Ten team as one of “Surprises of September”

Indiana football is breaking 100-year-old records with ease

Curt Cignetti explains Indiana's winning culture and his plan for continued success.

Indiana breaks program record through season's first month

Indiana has had a historic first month of the 2024 season.

CBS College Football analyst lists Indiana as dark horse in the Big Ten race

ESPN staff writer projects Indiana in college football playoff field after Week 3

Indiana cracks recent ESPN bowl game projection after Week 1