Kevin Wilson Got Indiana Out of the Fog, But It's Time to Trust Tom Allen

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Kevin Wilson Got Indiana Out of the Fog, But It's Time to Trust Tom Allen

Written By Evan McShane (@reasonable)

It has been a whirlwind of a year for Indiana Hoosiers football. Fans saw IU reach a bowl game for a second consecutive season – the program’s first back-to-back bowl appearances since Bill Mallory’s 1989-1991 teams. After the 2015-2016 season, quarterback Nate Sudfeld, running back Jordan Howard, and offensive lineman Jason Spriggs were all selected in the NFL draft. Despite losing a wealth of offensive talent, Indiana’s emergence on the defensive end allowed the team to enjoy some success last season. As we all now know, the defensive improvement can be credited to first-year defensive coordinator, Tom Allen.

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After Disappearing Under Kevin Wilson, the Tight End Position Should Remerge Under Mike DeBord

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After Disappearing Under Kevin Wilson, the Tight End Position Should Remerge Under Mike DeBord

Written By Alex Compton (@Alexncompton)

Kevin Wilson had some dynamic offenses at Indiana, there’s no other way of putting that. Wilson featured a pass-happy offense at first that slowly developed into a balanced attack capable of putting every team in the Big Ten on watch for a given weekend. The offense was not as successful last year due to a lackluster running game, but the passing game was still solid, checking in at 23rd in the country according to the S&P+. Despite the decent numbers on offense last season and the insane numbers that Wilson put up on O during his tenure, there was one gripe that was legitimate from year to year. What was it? Throw the ball to the tight ends! 

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2017 At First Glance Week One: Ohio State Buckeyes

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2017 At First Glance Week One: Ohio State Buckeyes

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

One hundred days, that is all that stands between Indiana Football and a showdown with a top-five Ohio State team to open the season. Every year we have put out an early preview out for each team to provide fans with a quick glimpse of what to expect, who is returning, who departed, and possibly a change in coaching staffs that game week. So, sit back and enjoy because 100 days will go by quickly. We start our Early Preview Series with Indiana’s first opponent, the Ohio State Buckeyes.

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Hoosier Huddle Podcast: Kevin Wilson Reaction, Recruiting Update & the Bowl Game

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Co-hosts Sammy Jacobs and T.J. Inman give their reaction to the resignation of Kevin Wilson. We bring in Peegs.com writer and IUFB recruiting expert Matt Weaver to get an update on the 2017 class and beyond. Plus, we they will give their initial thoughts about the Hoosiers matchup with Utah in the Foster Farms Bowl in Santa Clara on Dec. 28th.

Tom Allen Hired as Permanent Head Coach After Kevin Wilson Resigns

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Tom Allen Hired as Permanent Head Coach After Kevin Wilson Resigns

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

The coaching carousel has been spinning for weeks, maybe even months and the Indiana Football may have had the shortest and most surprising ride of 2016 as the Hoosiers lost Kevin Wilson and hired Tom Allen in half a day. 

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Reports Indicate Kevin Wilson Has Been Fired

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According to the Indy Star and other outlets, Indiana University has fired head football coach Kevin Wilson. ESPN reporter Mark Schlabach is reporting a former player and five current Hoosiers were interviewed by the IU athletic department within the past two weeks about Wilson's treatment of player injuries. A former Indiana player's father told ESPN that his son was rushed back from a concussion before he was ready and his symptoms subsequently "went haywire".

The university announced there will be a major news announcement regarding the football program at 6:00 pm on Thursday. Follow @Hoosier_Huddle on Twitter for live updates of the press conference and return to HoosierHuddle.com for any updates regarding this developing story.

Media Monday: Rutgers Wrap-up, Penn State Preview, and Other Update

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Media Monday: Rutgers Wrap-up, Penn State Preview, and Other Update

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Indiana climbed above .500 for the first time since early October after the win against Rutgers. Here is what head coach Kevin Wilson had to saw about the win and about the Hoosiers’ next opponent Penn State.

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Numbers That Matter in The Hoosiers Matchup With The Scarlet Knights

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Numbers That Matter in The Hoosiers Matchup With The Scarlet Knights

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

When the Indiana Hoosiers take the field at noon on Saturday at High Point Solutions Stadium, the only number that will matter to them is five. Kevin Wilson’s team wants to leave New Jersey with win number five and that is all that matters, but here are some numbers that will play a role in whether or not IU can grab that fifth W. 

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Indiana Football's Media Monday: Indiana at Rutgers

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Indiana Football's Media Monday: Indiana at Rutgers

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

After a much-needed win over Maryland Kevin Wilson and the Hoosiers turned their attention to this week’s opponent the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Indiana will kick off against Rutgers at noon on BTN from High Point Solutions Field on Saturday

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