Curt Cignetti aims for big home win against Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Curt Cignetti and Indiana face Ohio State at Memorial Stadium in what is described as the biggest home game in program history. Despite a strong record since taking over in 2024, Cignetti has yet to secure a signature victory against a top-tier opponent at home. Indiana's season has been highlighted by a recent comeback win against Nebraska, but the matchup against Ohio State raises questions about the Hoosiers' current strength. The Buckeyes, coming off a strong start post their only loss, will be tested against the defending national champions in this pivotal contest.
- •Indiana plays Ohio State in Bloomington on Saturday
- •Curt Cignetti has a 33-2 record since taking over
- •Hoosiers recently came back to win 20-17 against Nebraska
- •Ohio State has won all but one of its last five games
- •The outcome may impact rankings and playoff positioning
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana's biggest home game ever will reveal just how far Curt Cignetti has taken the Hoosiers
"Cignetti has done almost everything at Indiana. But he's never won a big home game against an elite opponent like Ohio State.
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