Written by Andrew Walker

The Indiana Hoosiers have lost to the Tennessee Volunteers, 23-22. This pushes Indiana’s overall bowl record to 3-9, losing five straight. Both teams played hard all night, but Tennessee played a little harder. That’s all there is to it. Whether it be luck, bad fortune, or flat out play calling or game managing error, Indiana just couldn’t get it done. The nine-win mark, last achieved in the glorious 1967 season, will have to wait to be matched or surpassed. Let’s take a look at five takeaways from Indiana’s bowl game loss to Tennessee. 

Written by T.J. Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)

What – TaxSlayer Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida

When – January 2, 2020 at 7:00 pm

How to Watch – The game will be broadcast on ESPN and can also be heard on the IU Radio Network with the legendary Don Fischer on the call.

Series History – Tennessee and Indiana have only met one time on the gridiron. The matchup occurred in 1988 and the Volunteers, led by Johnny Majors, knocked off Bill Mallory’s Hoosiers 27-22 in Atlanta.

What’s at Stake – With a win, the Indiana Hoosiers can match the program record for victories in a single season (nine). They can also win a bowl game for the first time in nearly 30 years. This is an opportunity for to put a statement victory on the end of a breakthrough campaign and knock off a blue-blood program in front of a national audience.

Written by Andrew Walker

The Indiana Hoosiers are, at last, playing in the CFB bowl game slate on Thursday night in Jacksonville, Florida. For the first time since 2016, the Hoosiers are heading to a bowl game. The TaxSlayer Gator Bowl will be an interesting challenge for Indiana for a few reasons. Tennessee has been playing some decent football this season and shouldn’t be counted out. The Volunteers are coming into this bowl game having won six out of their last seven, making for a surely confident team. The Hoosiers have to be able to get the job done in all three phases of football in order to come out on top. With that being said, let’s take a look at some statistical advantages or disadvantages for each team and go inside the numbers. 

Written by Amanda Pavelka (@amandapavelka3)

From appearing in the national rankings to earning eight wins, the 2019 Indiana football squad has proven themselves one of the best in program history. The TaxSlayer Gator Bowl gives Tom Allen’s squad another opportunity to shine, as the Hoosiers face off with the Tennessee Volunteers in bright and sunny Jacksonville, Florida. In a very winnable game, the Hoosiers look to end the season on a high note, and turn the page to a new chapter of nationally-recognized IU football. 

Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)

Athletic Director: Phillip Fulmer

Head Coach: Jeremy Pruitt

Overall: 2nd Season, 12-12 (.500)

Bowl Appearances at Tennessee: 0

2019 Record: 7-5 (5-3, SEC East)

Bowl Appearances Since 2000: 12 (6-6)

Mascot: Smokey X

Colors: Orange and White

Outfitter: Nike

Bowl Record: 28-24 (.538)

National Titles: 6

Conference Titles: 16 (13 SEC, 2 Southern, 1 SIAA)

Heisman Winners: 0

Consensus All Americans: 40

Band: Pride of the Southland Band

Fight Song(s): Down the Field, Rocky Top