Cignetti, DeBoer, Reflect on Their Time at Indiana and Alabama Ahead of Rose Bowl Matchup
If you told an Indiana fan in 2019 that Kalen Deboer and the Hoosiers would be playing in the 2025 Rose Bowl, their first response would likely be, “what happened to Tom Allen?” Imagine their shock when they learn that their offensive coordinator won’t be leading the Hoosiers onto the field but rather will be wearing a different shade of crimson as Nick Saban’s replacement at Alabama. Depending on their level of surprise, you might not want to mention that a little-known FCS coach named Curt Cignetti has completely changed the culture in Bloomington and that the Hoosiers are actually favored over the Crimson Tide. That would probably be too much for the LEO-era brain to comprehend.
With Sheridan Out, Where Does IU Go for the Next OC? Here are Our Thoughts
Written by: TJ Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)
Nick Sheridan, who was relieved of his duties Sunday, became the offensive coordinator after the departure of the outstanding Kalen DeBoer. When looked at objectively, his tenure has been a disappointment and the 2021 offense has been very poor. It’s not just a one season concern though because 2020 was concerning as well.
Sheridan and Hoosiers used the Bye Week to Evaluate the Offense
Written by Matt Smith
Indiana is coming off of a bye week after a crushing loss at Penn State the week before in a game that the Hoosiers’ offense struggled mightily in. In a season that has gotten off to a shaky start on the offensive side of the ball, the bye week could not have come at a better time.
Communication is Key to Offensive Success as Hoosiers Head to Loud Happy Valley
Written by Matt Smith
Indiana is coming off one of their more complete offensive games on the season last week against Western Kentucky. The Hoosiers gained 507 yards as a team, but settled for field goals on four drives.
The offense has been struggling for the majority of the season, but Michale Penix and the offense had a bounce back game against the Hilltoppers. However, the Hoosiers need to be better in the red zone and not settle for field goals.
Sheridan Takes Most of the Blame for Poor Offensive Performance At Iowa
Written by Matt Smith
The Indiana offense struggled mightily against Iowa in their season opener on Saturday. Offensive coordinator met with the media on Monday to discuss the offensive struggles.
Quarterback Michael Penix made his return after suffering a torn ACL and did not live up to expectations but Sheridan said that some of that falls onto him.
Nick Sheridan Just “Excited” for Football
Written by Matt Smith
Offensive coordinator has never coached in front of fans during his tenure at IU. The season opener on Saturday against Iowa will be the first game he will have a full stadium of screaming fans.
“It’s gonna be awesome, I’m excited for our players, I’m excited for their players, I’m just excited for college football,” Sheridan said in a press conference on Monday. “It’s going to be an incredible environment and I’m just thankful that the players get to experience it.”
2021 Quarterback Preview: Michael Penix is Healthy and IU Has Talent Behind Him
Written by: Zach Greene (@Zgreene650)
The Hoosiers have one of their highest pre-season rankings ever (#17). That said, today, we are previewing the most critical position in the game, the Quarterbacks! Hoosier Huddle is previewing each unit for the upcoming 2021 season.
The unit is filled with talent and experience, which will guide them this upcoming season. They are led by Offensive Coordinator/QB coach Nick Sheridan who will enter his second season. It is expected that the team will carry three quarterbacks this season: one starter, a backup, and a third-string backup. Now dive more in-depth into the unit.
Many Changes Coming to the Hoosiers Offensive Scheme this Season
Written by Matt Smith
Offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan met with the media on Thursday during Indiana’s media day. Sheridan is entering his second season as offensive coordinator for the Hoosiers.Sheridan talked a lot about changes that can be made to the Hoosier offense, including what new players he’s most excited about.
Indiana Lands Three-Star Texas Quarterback Josh Hoover
Written by Amanda Pavelka (@AmandaPavelka3) and TJ Inman (@TJHoosierHuddle)
The Hoosiers landed three-star quarterback Josh Hoover Tuesday afternoon. The Rockwall-Heath High School pro-style quarterback is ranked No. 36 quarterback in the nation, No.74 recruit in Texas, and No. 528 overall for the Class of 2022 prospects by 247 Sports.
Hoover had a monster junior season with 36 passing and four rushing touchdowns and completed 236 of 387 passes for 3496 yards against top class competition in Dallas-Fort Worth area, Texas. He was named the District 10-6A Offensive MVP following his breakout 2020 season.
Offensive Line Still Progressing After Spring Practice.
Written by Matt Smith
The Hoosiers’ spring practice has been over for a couple of weeks now, but one of the biggest questions going into the summer and fall is the offensive line. Offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan met with the media on Wednesday to discuss the offense following spring practice.