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Mikail Kamara Excited to Shine in Primetime Game Against Illinois

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Senior defensive lineman Mikail Kamara has played in several ranked matchups over the course of his Indiana career, yet few have been as exciting as the Hoosiers’ matchup with ninth-ranked Illinois on Saturday night. Because, for a change, Indiana will be hosting the game at home, in a primetime slot.

The Reactionary Take: IUFB Non Con Thoughts + Illinois

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I decided that I wasn’t going to really get into the Indiana State game because that was just such a beating that it’s hard to take a ton away from it.

That said, I have to shout out a couple guys where I’ll give some thoughts overall on their play in the ISU game and some more macro thoughts:

Indiana’s Kellan Wyatt Ready to Disrupt Illinois

Kellan Wyatt

Indiana defensive lineman Kellan Wyatt is fired up for the Hoosiers’ Big Ten opener against undefeated Illinois, stressing the need to stay disciplined against veteran quarterback Luke Altmyer and a crafty Illini offensive line.

Chatter From the Other Sideline: Illinois

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Let’s take a look at some of the quotes that Illinois’ head coach Bret Bielema had to say that referenced Indiana specifically in his Monday press conference.

This Week in IU Olympic Sports (Sept. 15th)

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IU Volleyball is 8-0 and heading to Western Kentucky for another weekend tournament. Men’s soccer suffered their first defeat of the season, while the women extended their undefeated streak with a draw against Illinois. Field hockey has a big week with a pair against No. 11 Iowa.

Indiana Prepares for Prime-Time Test vs No. 9 Illinois

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Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti is gearing up for his first Big Ten clash of the season, as the No. 19 Hoosiers host No. 9 Illinois Saturday night. From containing Luke Altmyer to battling a turnover-hungry defense, IU knows the challenge that awaits in Bloomington.

Know Your Opponent: Illinois Fighting Illini

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Head Coach: Bret Bielema Overall: 5th season, 30-22 Bowl Appearances at Illinois: Two 2024 Record: 10-3 (6-3) Mascot: None currently, formerly Chief Illiniwek Colors: Orange and Blue Outfitter: Nike National Titles: Five (1914, 1919, 1923, 1927, 1951) Conference Titles: 15 (eight outright, seven shared) Heisman Winners: 0 Last Week: 38-0 over Western Michigan Betting Information […]

Hoosiers Turn to Khobie Martin After Beebe Injury

Khobie Martin

Indiana’s rushing attack takes a hit with Lee Beebe Jr. sidelined, but redshirt freshman Khobie Martin is ready to step into the spotlight. After a breakout game against Indiana State, Martin joins Kaelon Black and Roman Hemby to lead the Hoosiers into No. 9 Illinois.