Author: Mike Schumann

Indiana has added to the spectacle of its home game against Washington on Saturday. Already, the stakes were very high, and the lights very bright. ESPN College Gameday will be on site, Memorial Stadium is sold out, and No. 13 Indiana is competing for both a Big Ten title and a spot in the College Football Playoff against last season’s national runner-up. With sellouts few and far between, the Hoosiers haven’t had many opportunities in the past to dabble in crowd themes.  They did encourage fans to wear black for a home game last season but that was met with…

Seven former Indiana Hoosiers are on rosters as a new NBA season begins this week. OG Anunoby (Knicks), Thomas Bryant (Heat), Eric Gordon (76ers), Jalen Hood-Schifino (Lakers), Trayce Jackson-Davis (Warriors), Kel’el Ware (Heat) and Cody Zeller (Hawks) are all with NBA teams as the regular season opens on Tuesday evening. Via release from IU Athletics, here is more background on each player. ——————————————– OG Anunoby, New York Knicks NBA Draft: Selected 23rd overall by the Toronto Raptors in the 2017 NBA Draft NBA Teams: Eighth season (Toronto: 2017-24; New York: 2024-pres.) Career Averages: 12.0ppg, 4.3rpg, 1.6apg, 1.3spg, 0.5bpg on .474/.376/.745 shooting splits 2023-24…

ESPN college football writer Pete Thamel reported encouraging updates Tuesday regarding IU football quarterback Kurtis Rourke. In an early morning post on X, Thamel reported via sources new insight on Rourke’s timeline for a potential return. “Indiana QB Kurtis Rourke’s injured thumb is improving enough where he could be back for Michigan State on Nov. 2,” Thamel posted on his X page.  “He’s still doubtful for Saturday against Washington, but there’s more optimism about the immediate future.” Later Tuesday morning, Thamel clarified Rourke had surgery on Monday, and restated he might only miss one game. “IU QB Kurtis Rourke underwent…

Indiana has lost another talented contributor in the receiver room. E.J. Williams is no longer with the program, a source confirmed to The Daily Hoosier. Williams has dealt with multiple injuries since arriving from Clemson ahead of the 2023 season.  He had just two catches for 49 yards this season in four appearances.  Nine IU players have had more receptions in 2024, including six receivers. Williams also missed a meaningful part of spring practice and fall camp with injuries. “Got to get him on the field and keep him on the field,” Curt Cignetti said of Williams at Big Ten…

Indiana still had doubters going into game seven.  But after a 56-7 massacre of Nebraska, the Hoosiers left no doubt. In an effort that dominant, it should come as no surprise several IU players had standout games on both sides of the football in Bloomington.  Below we took a look at Pro Football Focus (PFF) grades, notes and snap counts from the contest. Through seven games, Indiana’s overall PFF grade is No. 1 in the nation. Their overall offense is second, and their overall defense is fifth. Next up for Indiana (7-0) is PFF No. 38 Washington (4-3) on Saturday. …

No. 13 Indiana will be playing in front of a packed house in Bloomington the rest of the way. IU Athletics announced on Sunday afternoon Memorial Stadium is sold out for the three remaining home games — Washington, Michigan and Purdue.  This follows the sellout for Saturday’s game against Nebraska. According to IU football Assistant Athletic Director for Strategic Communications Greg Campbell, this is the fifth time in program history the program has sold out multiple games in a season. The four sellouts in 2024 are the most in a season since Memorial Stadium went above 50,000-plus capacity (1970). The…

Pete Thamel of ESPN is reporting IU football quarterback Kurtis Rourke will miss next weekend’s game against Washington, maybe more. “Sources: Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke is not expected to play this week against Washington because of a thumb injury in the Nebraska game,” Thamel posted on his X account. “He will return this season, but the timetable isn’t clear yet.” The Daily Hoosier confirmed Thamel’s report via a source. Later on Sunday IU released the following statement: “The Indiana football program announced on Sunday (Oct. 20) that redshirt senior quarterback Kurtis Rourke will be out an indefinite period of time…

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana came through in a big way for a sold out Memorial Stadium crowd with a dominant 56-7 win over Nebraska. Below are three quick reasons why the Hoosiers won, along with highlights and the final stats. Indiana (7-0, 4-0) will host Washington next Saturday. Stay tuned for more coverage of the game from The Daily Hoosier. THREE QUICK REASONS WHY INDIANA WON 1. Another fast start.  Indiana scored on their first drive of the game, as Justice Ellison capped off a 75-yard opening drive with a 5-yard run.  Nebraska appeared ready to score on their second…

Memorial Stadium is sold out as IU football gets set to play its biggest home game in years. Refresh the page for updates on scoring plays and other key moments.  And join us in the discussion thread below. Updates will be posted at the top. Indiana (6-0) and Nebraska (5-1) kick at Noon ET on FOX. FINAL STATS FOURTH QUARTER TOUCHDOWN INDIANA:  Elijah Green 1 yard run.  5 plays, 19 yards.  Indiana leads 56-7 with 3:45 left. INTERCEPTION INDIANA:  Rolijah Hardy with the interception.  Indiana ball at the Nebraska 19. TOUCHDOWN INDIANA:  Kaelon Black 10 yard run.  4 plays, 43…

The back half of Indiana’s schedule is here. And things are about to get very interesting. For the first time in nearly three years, Memorial Stadium is sold out.  FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff is on site.  And Nebraska presents the biggest challenge the national darling Hoosiers have seen thus far. Here’s everything you need to know about Indiana’s matchup against the Cornhuskers. No. 25/RV NEBRASKA (5-1, 2-1) at No. 16/18 INDIANA (6-0, 3-0) Kickoff:  Noon ET, Saturday Location:  Bloomington, Ind., Memorial Stadium (52,626; field turf) Television: FOX — Gus Johnson (pbp), Joel Klatt (analyst), Jenny Taft (sideline) Stream:  Fox Sports…