Indiana’s Defense Played with a ‘Nastiness’ in Their First Big Ten Victory
Indiana University defeated UCLA 42-13 in their first Big Ten matchup, showcasing a dominant defense that pressured UCLA’s quarterback and limited their offense significantly. Despite struggles with penalties and a late touchdown allowed, standout performances by defensive players like Mikail Kamara and Amare Ferrell highlight Indiana’s potential.
2024 Position Preview – Defensive Back Group is Revamped Through the Portal
The Indiana secondary has struggled recently, with poor passer ratings in 2022 and 2023. To improve, the coaching staff retained some players and added transfers at cornerback and safety. Key players include D’Angelo Ponds, Shawn Asbury II, and Amare Ferrell, each expected to play significant roles in the impending season.
2024 Countdown to IUFB Kickoff: 25 Days (Amare Ferrell)
Written By Nick Gonzales (@nrgonzales_)
The 2024 Hoosier Huddle Countdown to kickoff continues with 25 days until the start of the Hoosier’s football season! Every day, we take a look at players on the current roster and highlight their roles in the upcoming season. With just a few weeks left for our countdown, today we are looking at number 25, defensive back Amare Ferrell.
2024 IU Spring Game: What We Learned From The Defense
During IU’s 2024 Spring Football Game, Coach Curt Cignetti questioned the performance of the 2nd string offense versus defense after a 34-25 loss. The defense needs depth, especially on the line, while the starting secondary impressed with solid tackling. Sophomore Amare Ferrell emerged as a potential standout. Improvements are anticipated through transfer additions.
IUFB Spring Game: Matchup to Watch
Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)
We’ll get our first look at first-year head coach Curt Cignetti’s progress with the team this week as Indiana football officially kicks off their spring game Thursday night at 8pm inside Memorial Stadium. The spring game will mark the end of the spring practice session which lasted roughly a month.
2024 Spring Football – Position Preview – Safety
Curt Cignetti’s first season as Indiana Hoosiers head coach brings significant changes, including a transformed roster with new players from the transfer portal. The safety position remains in transition under defensive coordinator Bryant Haines, integrating veteran and new talent as the team aims to improve the disappointing secondary from last season.
2024 Indiana Football Defensive Depth Chart – Version 1.0
Written by: TJ Inman
Hoosier Huddle is getting ready for the 2024 football season and with a new coaching staff and a totally revamped roster, Indiana Hoosier fans are going to need a roster handy to track all of the new faces. Much attention has been paid to the major revamp on offense under coordinator Mike Shanahan and Tino Sunseri, including our very owner initial depth chart projection just last week. However, the defense needs to be completely rebuilt as well. Once a calling card for Tom Allen’s teams, the IU defense was a sieve for much of the past few seasons. In 2023, Indiana allowed an average of 29.9 points per game including an opposing passer rating of 143.62 and 4.19 yards per rush. There were a few bright spots here and there but the unit was a major disappointment that needs fixed.
5 Objectives & Goals for the Hoosiers as They Enter the Final Two Weeks
Written By: Zach Greene
The Hoosiers are yet again in the same position they have been in the past couple of years, out of bowl contention. For the Hoosier Huddle staff, here’s what we’d want to see for the Hoosier program as it comes to another close.
Freshman Amare Ferrell Displays Maturity and Growth Against Rutgers
Written by Zachary Greene
Amare Ferrell was a heralded four-star prospect out of high school and true freshman from the Sunshine State. With a big frame and tremendous athleticism, he has a chance to be a factor for the defense the rest of the season. Last Saturday Ferrell stepped up and recorded seven tackles showing Allen and the staff what he brings to the table.
2023 Position Preview: Noah Pierre Anchors Husky Position
Written by: Zachary Greene
The Husky position is IU’s hybrid defensive back/linebacker spot and provides the defense with a very versatile spot. Noah Pierre returns to IU to fill the gap at the position while youngster Amare Ferrell and Jordan Grier will try and provide depth at the position.