Author: Mike Schumann

Indiana returns to action after a bye week, and waiting for them is a team that appears to be in complete disarray. Rutgers fired its head coach two weeks ago and his since seen personnel issues all while losing their last four games by an average score of 40-6. IU isn’t in a position to take any opponent lightly, but Saturday’s matchup with the Scarlet Knights should be about as easy as it gets — at least by Big Ten standards. RUTGERS (1-4, 0-3) at INDIANA (3-2, 0-2) Kickoff:  Noon Eastern Time Location:  Memorial Stadium (52,656), Bloomington, Indiana Television:  BTN…

As it stands, Rob Phinisee will be the only true point guard on Indiana’s roster for the 2020-21 season. While there has been talk of moving junior guard Al Durham into some primary ball handling duties, that is more work-in-process than proven commodity at this point. With offers outstanding to class of 2020 point guards Hassan Diarra, Andre Curbelo and Carter Whitt, the IU coaching staff has attempted to address next year’s perceived void at the one. But those offers come with a potential risk. Are you creating a situation on your roster that becomes less than desirable for the…

The talent in the in-state class of 2021 is well documented at this point, but there is at least one name that is starting to garner more attention within the group. Avon, Ind. guard Jayden Brewer hasn’t been one of the headliners in his class, at least not nationally, but that tide could be turning. Brewer’s activity with IU has picked up substantially in recent weeks. The 6-foot-5 guard was scheduled to come to Hoosier Hysteria last weekend before a family matter caused a change of plans. Indiana was able to catch up with the rising suburban Indianapolis prospect earlier…

The 2019-20 Indiana University men’s basketball season is right around the corner.  To help get you ready, The Daily Hoosier is profiling every player on the 2019-20 IU roster.  You can see all of our player profiles in one place here.  If you are looking for the 2019-20 IU basketball schedule, you can find that here. No one saw more highs and lows during the 2018-19 season than Justin Smith. The Illinois native locked down Penn State’s Lamar Stevens, of course had a slew of highlight reel dunks, and he was Michigan State’s worst nightmare — twice. Smith’s struggles were…

One of Indiana’s deepest positions has gotten a little less crowded. Indiana redshirt junior Cole Gest has entered his name into the NCAA’s transfer portal according to a report by Taylor Lehman of Rivals. The starting running back to open the 2018 season, Gest suffered a season ending knee injury during week one a year ago, and had since fallen behind Stevie Scott, Ronnie Walker, Jr., and Sampson James on the depth chart. Gest impressed during the 2017 season when he rushed for 428 yards with a 4.6 yards per carry average.  The injury, along with the emergence of Scott…

IU head football coach Tom Allen met with the media on Thursday to provide final thoughts prior to Saturday’s homecoming contest against Rutgers. On the injury front, cornerback Reese Taylor will play “for sure.”  Allen is not sure about defensive lineman Juan Harris’ availability and cornerback A’Shon Riggins is “going to be more long term.” The Hoosiers and Scarlet Knights kick off at noon on Saturday at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington.  IU will wear special bicentennial uniforms for the game. https://youtu.be/nZ7r9IFEgxI Video credit – IU Athletics You can follow us on Twitter:  @daily_hoosier Find us on Facebook:  thedailyhoosier The Daily Hoosier –“Where…

They aren’t exactly throwback uniforms. Instead, the IU football team will be wearing something of a patchwork of different elements of their history along with some modern aspects that Hoosier fans are accustomed to. In connection with the school’s bicentennial celebration, college football’s 150th anniversary, and homecoming, IU has unveiled special uniforms for this Saturday’s game against Rutgers. Below is the full release from the school (via iuhoosiers.com) on the uniforms. The release does not discuss the unique IU trident logo on the helmet.  In general terms, the interlocking “IU” dates back to the late 1890’s.  This particular version is…

Indiana players Simon Stepaniak, Whop Philyor, Tiawan Mullen and Demarcus Elliott answered questions about the bye week and previewed this week’s contest against Rutgers. The Hoosiers and Scarlet Knights kick off at noon on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.  The game will be aired on BTN. Indiana is as much as a 28 point favorite on Saturday against the Scarlet Knights. https://youtu.be/es4qIhH8jcA https://youtu.be/ZlyuLb7Hrrk https://youtu.be/aIVZuo7HXXs https://youtu.be/qkbcHJOE09Y https://youtu.be/c7DVDZECH30 https://youtu.be/hkmuaj3kBpw https://youtu.be/jUk8m9RHWm8 You can follow us on Twitter:  @daily_hoosier Find us on Facebook:  thedailyhoosier The Daily Hoosier –“Where Indiana fans assemble when they’re not at Assembly” Seven ways to support completely free IU coverage at no additional cost to…

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence led his team to a national championship as a true freshman in 2018. Going into 2019 Lawrence was widely viewed as the top quarterback in college football. Now six weeks into the season, another freshman sits a spot above Lawrence in the advanced metrics — Indiana redshirt freshman Michael Penix. Pro Football Focus provides advanced analysis of college football, and the website ranked all 130 starting quarterbacks in the FBS. Ranked above Lawrence who comes in at No. 17, PFF said this about Penix: 16. INDIANA: MICHAEL PENIX JR. The Hoosiers are a different team with…

Indiana football head coach Tom Allen joined IU legend Don Fischer to review the bye week and preview Rutgers. IU players Donavan Hale and Whop Philyor joined Fischer for the final segment. Indiana and Rutgers kick off at noon at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. (Advance the video to the 10 minute mark and turn off mute on the video itself) https://www.facebook.com/IndianaFootball/videos/2266470860130162/ Video Credit – IU Athletics You can follow us on Twitter:  @daily_hoosier Find us on Facebook:  thedailyhoosier The Daily Hoosier –“Where Indiana fans assemble when they’re not at Assembly” Seven ways to support completely free IU coverage at no additional cost to you.