Hoosiers at the Next Level: Darius Latham, DT, Oakland Raiders

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Hoosiers at the Next Level: Darius Latham, DT, Oakland Raiders

Written By Evan McShane (@veryreasonable)

Darius Latham | Oakland Raiders | DL

Darius Latham was one of the highest rated recruits in Indiana football history – or at least since rankings systems became commonplace. Latham, a former four-star prospect from Indianapolis, joined Indiana as a key cog of a much-hyped 2013 class. He was one of the few players from that recruiting class who produced, and stayed, on the field. In three years at Indiana, Latham played in 31 games, recording 82 total tackles, 7.5 sacks, one interception and two fumble recoveries. Latham was an honorable mention for the All-Big Ten Team as a junior. He skipped out on his senior season at IU in pursuit of a professional football career.

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Top Five: Sleepers Heading into IU Football Spring Practice

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Top Five: Sleepers Heading into IU Football Spring Practice

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Our next ‘Top Five’ list will take a look at who we think are the five sleepers on the Indiana football team that fans need to follow. My definition of a sleeper is a player who has gone under the radar, has been forgotten about or one that can play a big role, but needs to step up in order to do so.

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Former Indiana Tight End Ian Thomas is Taking It All In at the Senior Bowl

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Former Indiana Tight End Ian Thomas is Taking It All In at the Senior Bowl

Written By Rylie Kyhn

Senior tight end Ian Thomas is preparing for a big game this week as he gets ready to play in the Reese’s Senior Bowl. The game, which features the nations best senior collegiate football players and top NFL draft prospects, is set to take place this Saturday, January 27th at Ladd-Peebles Stadium in Mobile, Alabama at 2:30 p.m. ET on NFL Network.

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Hoosiers Land Florida Cornerback Jamar Johnson

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Hoosiers Land Florida Cornerback Jamar Johnson

Written By Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Cornerback Jamar Johnson decided to verbally commit to Tom Allen and the Indiana Hoosiers on Thursday evening. He made his announcement on Twitter saying:

"First off I would like to thank God for this wonderful opportunity, my beautiful mother and my family for the strong support throughout my whole life, and all of the coaches that have helped me become the athlete and man I am today. So with that being said, I would like to say that I will be playing football and furthering my education at (Indiana University) #GoHoosiers"

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Hoosiers at the Next Level: Rodger Saffold, OG, Los Angeles Rams

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Hoosiers at the Next Level: Rodger Saffold, OG, Los Angeles Rams

Written By Evan McShane (@veryreasonable)

Rodger Saffold | Los Angeles Rams | G

While Tevin Coleman and Jordan Howard continue to rack up yards and touchdowns, perhaps the most decorated Hoosier in the NFL is Rodger Saffold. He started 41 games for IU over the course of his four-year collegiate career, primarily at the left tackle position. By his senior year, he earned second team All-Big Ten honors and was projected as a second-round draft pick due to his size, durability, and athleticism. The St. Louis Rams drafted Saffold 33rd overall in the 2010 NFL Draft. Now in his eighth year with the Rams, Saffold proved he’s incredibly valuable by having his best NFL season to date. Saffold has truly put his stamp on the Rams franchise both on and off the field.

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Hoosiers at the Next Level: Jason Spriggs, OL, Green Bay Packers

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Hoosiers at the Next Level: Jason Spriggs, OL, Green Bay Packers

Written By Evan McShane (@veryreasonable)

Jason Spriggs | Green Bay Packers | T

Jason Spriggs has had a very unlucky start to his NFL career after a historic tenure at Indiana University. Spriggs was as durable as they come in college, starting 28 straight games to begin his IU football career. He made 47 starts in 48 games at right tackle, and as a senior he earned First Team All-American Honors. Spriggs excelled at the NFL combine and impressed many with his athleticism. He was projected as a second-rounder with potential to be a starting left tackle at the professional level. The Green Bay Packers, a notoriously conservative franchise, traded a fourth-round draft pick to move up nine spots to select Spriggs 48th overall.

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