Curt Cignetti addresses newfound fame after Indiana's national title
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:57 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti spoke at Big Ten Media Days on July 30, discussing the unexpected fame he has encountered following his team's national title win. Cignetti noted an influx of media requests and public recognition, including a recent commercial shoot for State Farm. While he appreciates the attention, he maintains focus on preparing for the upcoming season, having spent much of the offseason reviewing game film. He acknowledges the fleeting nature of success in coaching, urging himself to stay grounded.
- •Cignetti turned 65 recently and reflects on his coaching journey.
- •Indiana won the national title with a 27-21 victory over Miami.
- •Cignetti has turned down many media opportunities since the win.
- •He rode the pace car at the Indy 500 in a high-profile event.
- •Cignetti is dedicated to analyzing film and preparing for the next season.
- 9:57 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti didn't have blueprint for handling newfound fame
"Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti is a meticulous planner, but nothing could have prepared him for his newfound celebrity:
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