How A Facemask Helped Fernando Mendoza Win A Heisman
The college football world has never seen a quarterback like Fernando Mendoza, a LinkedIn aficionado, investment enthusiast, and football strategy nerd. Now the Hoosier QB can add another line to his already impressive resume: Heisman Trophy winner.
Elijah Sarratt: From 0-Star Recruit to the Rose Bowl
Elijah Sarratt has become synonymous with Indiana Football. Fans have become accustomed to seeing “Waffle House” in the end zone, doing his signature “IU” celebration. Sarratt has been embraced by the Bloomington community as the face of the football team, appearing in Indiana University’s primetime commercial and advocating for a Waffle House in town. However, before he became a household name, he was Elijah Sarratt: a zero-star recruit at tiny St. Francis University in Pennsylvania.
Hoosiers Bounce Back Against Penn State in Historic Fashion
Following a road loss to Minnesota and a loss to Louisville in Indianapolis last week, the Hoosiers appeared as though they were beginning to falter. Indiana was in desperate need of a strong performance to get their confidence back up heading into the bulk of the schedule. They did so in historic fashion on Tuesday.
IU’s Defense Wins (Big Ten) Championships
They say that defense wins championships; well, Indiana’s stout defense just won them a Big Ten Championship.
Hoosiers Shake Off Slow Start to Beat Western Michigan 71-53
Fresh off a loss to #10 Iowa State in the Geico Coconut Hoops Championship Game, the Hoosiers returned to Assembly Hall to face Western Michigan. Indiana showed some fatigue in the first half before pulling away with a big second half to win 71-53.
Taking a Look at the 2026 IU Football Signing Class: Offense
The Hoosiers are currently gearing up for a Big Ten Championship showdown with Ohio State on Saturday, but today is National Signing Day, the perfect time to look ahead to year three under Curt Cignetti. Here’s an overview of Indiana’s Offensive Commits for 2026: Sam Simpson, OL, River Falls, WI (River Falls HS) 6’4” 275lb […]
Fernando Mendoza Ready For “Heavyweight Match” In Big Ten Championship
Fresh off a historic 12-0 regular season, Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza spoke to the media on Monday. Mendoza wasted no time setting the scene for next Saturday, ending his opening statement by saying, “We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us in a heavyweight match against Ohio State in order to win a Big Ten Championship.”
Indiana Ends Regular Season With “Exclamation Point” 56-3 Win Over Purdue
Heading into the 100th Old Oaken Bucket game on Friday, head coach Curt Cignetti said that he wanted the team to end the regular season with an “exclamation point” win over Purdue. His Hoosiers did exactly that, routing the Boilermakers 56-0 in West Lafayette to finish the regular season a perfect 12-0.
D’Angelo Ponds and Hoosiers Secondary Look to Feast on Boilermakers This Thanksgiving
Last season, D’Angelo Ponds and the Indiana defense put on an absolute clinic against Purdue, shutting out the Boilermakers 66-0. From the moment the Boilermakers stepped onto the field in Bloomington, they were completely outmatched. The stout Hoosiers defense bullied the Purdue offense from start to finish, holding the Boilermakers to just 67 yards of total offense and 5 turnovers. This season, Indiana makes the trip up to West Lafayette, where a new-look Purdue team hopes to spoil IU’s undefeated season.
Becker’s Big Game Helps Hoosiers Beat Badgers 31-7
Indiana may have just found their next great wide receiver in Charlie Becker. When Elijah Sarratt went down against Penn State, many were wondering who would step up to fill his shoes. They didn’t have to wait long, as sophomore Charlie Becker answered the call without missing a beat. Becker finished the game against Penn State with 7 catches and 118 yards, both career highs. Becker followed this impressive performance with another equally impressive performance on Saturday.