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.
Candy Stripe Scoop – Week Five (Indiana at Minnesota & vs. No. 6 Louisville)
This is the first true road game for the Indiana Hoosiers under head coach Darian DeVries and the Big Ten opener. The Hoosiers have a terrific opportunity to begin the season at 8-0 and cruise into a showcase game on Saturday afternoon against Louisville
Game Wrap and Reaction: Louisville 21 Indiana 14
Opponent: Louisville Cardinals
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Why They Played: The Hoosiers and Cardinals played the first of what was supposed to be a three-game series. IU had withdrawn from the last two games earlier in the week.
What The Game Meant: This was the first of seven “toss-up” games on IU’s schedule. A win could have pumped some life into the fan base and given the team more momentum heading into the end of September. The loss was deflating, but there are still six of those toss-ups left.
Hoosiers’ Secondary Answers the Bell After Shaky First Half, but Not Satisfied
Written by Ethan Roberts
Absent playmaking defensive back Nic Toomer, the Hoosiers strolled into Indianapolis, Indiana for their third game of the season against the Louisville Cardinals.
The first half saw multiple miscues in the Hoosiers’ secondary. Philip Dunnam allowed a 43-yard completion to Jamari Thrash in the first quarter, which began a sequence of missed coverages by the Hoosiers.
Hoosiers Fall Short Against Louisville 21-14 at Lucas Oil Stadium
Written by: TJ Inman
The Indiana Hoosiers (1-2) and Louisville Cardinals (3-0) met at Lucas Oil Stadium in front of a split crowd. Despite a second half comeback by the Hoosiers, Jeff Brohm’s Cardinals hung on for a 21-14 victory to stay unbeaten on the young season and winning the first meeting between the two schools since 1986. It was a tale of two halves with Louisville dominating the second half and then needing a goal line stand to survive a Hoosier surge late.
Week Three Game Day Primer – Louisville Cardinals
Written by: TJ Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)
What: Indiana Hoosiers (1-1) vs. Louisville Cardinals (2-0)
When: Saturday, September 16 at Noon
Where: Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN
How to Watch: The game will be broadcast on BTN and can be heard on the IU Radio Network.
IU Will Raise the Victory Flag Against Louisville If…
Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)
The Indiana Hoosiers travel up the road to Indianapolis to take on the Louisville Cardinals at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday afternoon. IU is 2-0 all-time against the Cardinals, but the two schools haven’t met since the mid-1980s. After every victory in football the Hoosiers raise the Victory Flag high above Memorial Stadium, so IU will raise the Victory Flag if…
Week Three Matchup to Watch: Indiana’s Edge Defenders vs. Louisville’s Speed
Written by Sammy Jacobs (@Hoosier_Huddle)
The Indiana Hoosiers will face a familiar offensive scheme on Saturday when they take on Jeff Brohm and the Louisville Cardinals. The scheme utilizes speed to attack the edges of the defense. The Hoosier edge players, that includes Bulls Myles Jackson, Lanell Carr and cornerbacks Nic Toomer, Louis Moore and Kobee Minor as well as others need to be able to set the edge of the IU defense.
New Opponent, Familiar Coach: A Look into the Stats of a Familiar Matchup
Written by: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1)
The history between the Indiana Hoosiers and Louisville Cardinals football programs is slim; the two schools have faced off just twice, with the Hoosiers coming out on top in both instances. That being said, it has been 37 years since the programs last played, so it will be a new opponent entirely for Indiana.
Hoosiers Have a Chance to Set the Tone for the 2023 Season Against Cardinals on Saturday
Written by: Zachary Greene
Saturday represents a chance to rebuild the spirit of Indiana football. The Hoosiers will take on the Louisville Cardinals at Lucas Oil Stadium with plenty at stake. A potential win could change the future of Tom Allen and the 2023 season.