Daily College Football Links (January 8, 2021)

Welcome to 2021, Hoosiers fans! It wasn’t the outcome we expected at the Outback Bowl, but it is time to move forward. The off-season work has started now, and as the players decide to opt into the 2021 NFL draft or return for another year at IU, Hoosier Huddle is here to keep you updated.

The IU football squad gained 14 players on early signing day. We have gotten to know these players and have watched them closely this year and have made profiles on each of the 14 guys who made their commitment official in December. Get to know them here.

If you have any links or stories you’d like to share please email them to TheHoosierHuddle@gmail.com. We have also included some favorite football reads for your enjoyment.

Indiana Hoosiers

Indiana OL gets boost as Dylan Powell opts to return via Hoosier Huddle

Kickoff specialist Jared Smolar to return for the 2021 season at IU via Hoosier Huddle

Hoosier Huddle Podcast: Outback Bowl Reaction and more

Indiana OL Mackenzie Nworah is set to return for sixth season via Hoosier Huddle

Marcelino Ball announces he will return to Indiana for 2021 via Hoosier Huddle

Indiana DB Raheem Layne and TE Kham Taylor announce return to IUFB for 2021 via Hoosier Huddle

Indiana defensive lineman Michael Ziemba returning for 2021 season via Hoosier Huddle

Hoosier Huddle’s Outback Bowl Game Wrap and Reaction: Ole Miss 26 No. 11 Indiana 20

Big Ten Football

ESPN: Ohio State Buckeyes on track to play in College Football Playoff National Championship, Ryan Day says

Alabama vs. Ohio State odds, line: College Football Playoff Championship picks, predictions by top model via CBS Sports

Jim Harbaugh’s proposed extension from Michigan includes pay cut: reports via MLive