Matchup to Watch Versus Cincinnati: Michael Penix Jr vs Cincinnati Defense

Matchup to Watch Versus Cincinnati: Michael Penix Jr vs Cincinnati Defense

Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)

Two weeks after visiting a top-20 team on the road to begin its season, Indiana will once again be tested this weekend when the top-10 ranked Cincinnati Bearcats make the trip over to Bloomington. The Hoosiers’ first opportunity against such a quality foe did not go as planned; Indiana left Iowa City with a 34-6 loss in a game that was never close. That result makes this weekend all the more important as Indiana hopes not to fall flat once again.

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Matchup to Watch Week Two: Hoosiers vs. Perception...and Idaho

Matchup to Watch Week Two: Hoosiers vs. Perception...and Idaho

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

The Indiana Hoosiers should outmatch the Idaho Vandals at every position. The Vandals do have some really good players and are looking for a breakthrough FCS season after a season-opening 68-0 win over Simon Fraser, but all eyes are going to be on how the Hoosiers respond to the drubbing they received at Iowa.

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Inside the Numbers: Idaho Vandals at Indiana Hoosiers

Inside the Numbers: Idaho Vandals at Indiana Hoosiers

Written by: Zach Greene (@zgreene650)

The Indiana Hoosiers will have their home opener this Saturday at 7:30 on Big Ten Network when the Idaho Vandals come to Bloomington. Coaches and Players are excited to welcome fans back for the first time since November 2019. Fans will do their best to “Pack the Rock” this Saturday.

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Game Day Primer: No. 17 Indiana at No. 18 Iowa

Game Day Primer: No. 17 Indiana at No. 18 Iowa

Written by: TJ Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)

What: #17 Indiana Hoosiers (+3.5) at #18 Iowa Hawkeyes

When: Saturday, September 4 at 3:30 PM

Where: Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa

How to Watch: The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network and can be heard on the IU Radio Network.

Series History: The clubs have played 77 times with the first meeting coming in 1912. IU won four straight in the 1970s under Lee Corso but have not had much luck against Kirk Ferentz. The Hawkeyes lead the overall series 45 to 28 (with four ties mixed in) and Iowa has won three in a row including seven of eight. IU last beat Iowa in 2012 and last won in Iowa City in 2007.

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Inside the Numbers: No. 17 Indiana at No. 18 Iowa

Inside the Numbers: No. 17 Indiana at No. 18 Iowa

Written by: Zach Greene (@zgreene650)

The #17 Indiana Hoosiers will open up their season at Iowa City to take on the #18 Hawkeyes THIS SATURDAY. The Hawkeyes ended the bazar 2020 season going 6-0 after losing their first two games against Northwestern and Purdue. They have many returners coming back this season including Starting QB Spencer Petras and Starting RB Tyler Goodson. That said, let’s dive into some vital stats to know before the game on Saturday.

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Know Your Opponent: No. 18 Iowa Hawkeyes

Know Your Opponent: No. 18 Iowa Hawkeyes

Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)

Head Coach: Kirk Ferentz

Overall: 23rd Season, 168-106 (.613) Overall

Bowl Appearances at Iowa: 18 (1 Cancelled due to COVID-19)

2020 Record: 6-2 (6-2, 2nd in Big Ten West)

Bowl Appearances Since 2000: 18 (9-8)

Mascot: Herky the Hawk

Colors: Black and Gold

Outfitter: Nike

National Titles: 5 (1921, 1922, 1956, 1958, 1960)

Conference Titles: 13 (11 Big Ten, 1 MVIAA, 1 WIUFA)

Heisman Winners: 1 (Nile Kinnick, 1939)

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2021 First Glance Preview: Week Eleven (Rutgers Scarlet Knights)

2021 First Glance Preview: Week Eleven (Rutgers Scarlet Knights)

Written by: Evan Orris

Week 4

Date & Time: November 13, 2021 Time: TBD

Venue: Memorial Stadium

TV: TBD

Scarlet Knights at a Glance

Head Coach: Greg Schiano

Entering his 11th total season with Rutgers; second season in his second stint

Record at RU last season: 3-6

Overall Record: 71-73

Last Season: 3-6 (3-6)

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College Football Playoff Expansion is Coming and It Brings Excitement and Frustration

College Football Playoff Expansion is Coming and It Brings Excitement and Frustration

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

The College Football Playoff Working Committee, a four-man team, recommended on Thursday that the field expand from four teams to 12. “There's research to be done and many conversations to be had, but the working group did present its recommendation to the full management committee to change the playoff from four teams to 12.” Bill Hancock the Executive Director of the College Football Playoff said.

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