Five Things We Learned About the Offense in IU's Spring Game

Five Things We Learned About the Offense in IU's Spring Game

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

The Indiana Hoosiers held their first spring football game since 2019 on Thursday night in Bloomington. It was just enough of a taste for fans to whet their appetite for the fall. Head coach Curt Cignetti described the game as a glorified practice. Here are five things that we learned about IU’s offense on Thursday night.

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2024 Spring Football-Position Preview –Quarterbacks

2024 Spring Football-Position Preview –Quarterbacks

Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)

We’re in the final days before Indiana’s spring practice kicks off on this Thursday, March 21st. Today, we’ll turn our attention to the most important single position in all of sports – quarterback. The Hoosiers have had a bumpy ride at the position ever since Michael Penix Jr transferred to Washington, but it appears things are on the upswing once again as we enter spring. Let’s see how the roster shakes out.

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Offense Shifts Focus to Simplicity and Sticking with One Quarterback

Offense Shifts Focus to Simplicity and Sticking with One Quarterback

Written by Zachary Greene

For the most important position on the field the plan is to go with one guy the rest of the season. On Thursday, Tom Allen spoke to the media and voiced his frustrations with rotating quarterbacks Brendan Sorsby and Tayven Jackson over the past month.

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Hoosiers' Offense Struggles, Squeak by Akron 29-27

Hoosiers' Offense Struggles, Squeak by Akron 29-27

Written By: Ethan Roberts

“Winning is hard,” Coach Tom Allen said. “Just get a chance to learn from it and get ready for the next one.”

The Hoosiers struggled offensively but managed to survive a four-overtime scare against the Akron Zips. The four-overtime game was the longest game in program history. So, how did it take extra time to defeat-and nearly lose-to the Zips?

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Rhythm Growing Between Tayven Jackson and Walt Bell

Rhythm Growing Between Tayven Jackson and Walt Bell

Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)

Whenever you come out of a long offseason, you are always looking for player progression. After another year in the coach’s system another offseason of strength and conditioning is behind you, it’s time to display significant improvement.

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Being Named IU's Starting Quarterback is a Dream Come True for Tayven Jackson

Being Named IU's Starting Quarterback is a Dream Come True for Tayven Jackson

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Indiana head coach Tom Allen called redshirt freshmen Tayven Jackson and Brendan Sorsby into his office after a Sunday morning walk through to deliver his news. It was news that all of Hoosier Nation has been waiting for, a decision on the starting quarterback position going forward.

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Notes and Quotes From Tom Allen's Media Monday: Week 3 Louisville Cardinals

Notes and Quotes From Tom Allen's Media Monday: Week 3 Louisville Cardinals

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Indiana head coach Tom Allen took to the podium on Monday after the Hoosiers 41-7 win over Indiana State and ahead of IU’s Saturday matchup against the Louisville Cardinals at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Game Wrap and Reaction: Indiana 41 Indiana St. 7

Game Wrap and Reaction: Indiana 41 Indiana St. 7

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

Opponent: Indiana State Sycamores

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Why They Played: The Hoosiers and Sycamores met for the seventh time as part of IU’s non-conference schedule.

What The Game Meant: While this was a mismatch of talent, the game was a chance for IU to flex their muscles, get out to a big lead and play their reserves to build depth.

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Week Two Matchup to Watch: Tayven Jackson vs. Brendan Sorsby

Week Two Matchup to Watch: Tayven Jackson vs. Brendan Sorsby

Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)

While the Indiana Hoosiers will be taking on the Indiana State Sycamores on Friday night in Bloomington, all eyes will be on the competition between the two Hoosier quarterbacks Tayven Jackson and Brendan Sorsby. Tom Allen announced after the game last Saturday that Jackson will start against the Sycamores after Sorsby got the nod against the Buckeyes.

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