Author: Mike Schumann

Indiana is through the nonconference portion of its schedule along with two December league games. And as we do each year at this time, it’s time to take a look at where the Hoosiers stand nationally in the advanced metrics. Big picture, here is where IU ranks overall according to three of the main analytic resources.  Obviously the NCAA’s NET tool is used to select the field of 68 in March. NCAA NET Ranking:  No. 65 (14th in Big Ten) KenPom:  No. 56 (13th in Big Ten) Bart Torvik:  No. 56 (13th in Big Ten) Overall Indiana is the 59th…

Indiana has already made five additions to the 2025 offense via the transfer portal, adding several players who appear set to be key contributors next fall. But the Hoosiers still have needs on that side of the ball after multiple starters and other regulars were lost to eligibility. Here’s a position-by-position look at where IU still has holes to fill on offense, ranked by areas of greatest need to the least. 1. OFFENSIVE LINE:  As we outlined last week, this is the biggest position of need on the offense.  Indiana ostensibly needs to add an interior veteran to replace Mike…

Indiana’s defense has a returning foundation to build on a wildly successful 2024 season. On the defensive line, at linebacker, and now at cornerback, IU will have returning All-Americans, all led by Broyles Award finalist coordinator Bryant Haines. Cornerback D’Angelo Ponds confirmed on Monday he is returning to the Hoosiers for the 2025 campaign. “There seems to be a lot of confusion,” Ponds said in a video he posted to his X account.  “Let’s get the facts straight.  I’m not done yet.” Run it back!! @IndianaFootball pic.twitter.com/SenS3QeRdI — D’Angelo Ponds (@DangeloPondss) December 30, 2024 Ponds was named a second-team All-American…

Indiana has formally announced Chandler Whitmer as the new quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator. As previously reported here, Whitmer takes over for Tino Sunseri, who is the new offensive coordinator at UCLA. Below is the full release from IU Athletics. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana head football coach Curt Cignetti has announced the addition of Chandler Whitmer as the program’s quarterbacks coach and co-offensive coordinator. His coaching resume includes work with some of the top names in quarterbacking. He helped Justin Fields (Ohio State) and Trevor Lawrence (Clemson) grow into NFL Draft picks at the collegiate level, tutored Justin Herbert (Los Angeles) to NFL success, and…

Indiana did nothing to quiet the critics on Sunday against Winthrop. The Hoosiers took multiple eight point leads in the first half.  13-5, and then again at 30-22.  But as we’ve seen regularly this year, they couldn’t pull away and stay away.  It was a four point IU advantage at the break, and after a couple more eight and nine-point leads, an 8-0 Winthrop run had the margin at 69-68 Indiana with 3:16 left.  And that was immediately met by an 8-0 IU run to end it. Let’s take a deeper look at how IU won 77-68 with our latest…

IU basketball center Oumar Ballo appeared on the pregame availability report as questionable a few hours prior to the Hoosiers game against Winthrop on Sunday afternoon. Ballo emerged from the tunnel in uniform on Sunday an hour before tipoff, but he didn’t participate in warmups, signaling he was unlikely to play.  And the 7-footer never checked into the game. There were no observable indications Ballo was dealing with an injury.  Whatever the story, IU coach Mike Woodson was in no mood to discuss the situation postgame.  And his comments suggest the staff was a bit caught off guard by the…

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana defeated Winthrop on Sunday afternoon at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall by a final score of 77-68. IU led 41-37 at halftime.  The Hoosiers were led in the game by Myles Rice with 18 points.  Malik Reneau added 14. The three keys to the game, highlights and final stats are below.  For Mike Woodson, Myles Rice and Langdon Hatton postgame, GO HERE. Indiana (10-3) will host Rutgers on Thursday to resume Big Ten play. THREE KEYS TO THE GAME 1. Indiana offense overcomes miserable perimeter shooting.  Despite making just 1-of-20 from three, the Hoosiers managed to win.…

Indiana center Oumar Ballo is in uniform but not participating in pregame warmups on Sunday afternoon. The 7-footer was listed on Indiana’s pregame availability report as questionable. The reason for Ballo not playing has not been disclosed. The senior big man is averaging 12.4 points, 9.2 rebounds and 2.5 assists through 12 games with the Hoosiers. UPDATE:  IU announced a starting five of Malik Reneau, Mackenzie Mgbako, Luke Goode, Trey Galloway and Myles Rice. Indiana and Winthrop tip at 4 p.m. ET at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall (BTN).

Seven former IU basketball players are on NBA rosters during this 2024-25 season. Below is a quick overview of how each player is doing. (Stats are through Friday action) OG ANUNOBY – NEW YORK After signing a new contract that made him the highest paid professional among all former IU athletes, OG Anunoby is putting together a solid season for a title contending Knicks squad. In his 7th year in the league, Anunoby is posting 16.5 points per game through 31 games.  Playing a career-high 36.2 minutes per contest, he’s adding 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.5 steals, and 1.0 blocks. …

Edge rusher Venson Sneed became the latest player to enter the transfer portal following Indiana’s 2024 season. Sneed spent three years in Bloomington.  He played two games in 2022, 12 in 2023, and three in 2024.  He originally committed to Tennessee before flipping to IU out of high school.  Sneed had three tackles in 2024. Sneed was a vocal leader during the offseason when it came to supporting the new coaching staff and encouraging new players to join the program.  But he couldn’t crack the rotation. And it wasn’t likely he’d be able to next season either. 2024 starting edge…