Curt Cignetti praises Kansas for Indiana's game-winning play design

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Curt Cignetti praises Kansas for Indiana's game-winning play design
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Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti credited Kansas for a key fourth-down play that helped the Hoosiers secure a 20-17 comeback victory over Nebraska on October 12. Facing fourth-and-1 with 7:22 left in the game and trailing 17-13, Indiana executed a play they dubbed 'Burger King,' which resulted in a 44-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Nick Marsh. Cignetti revealed that the concept was inspired by Kansas' creative offensive approach during quarterback Jalon Daniels' tenure. The win marks a significant moment for Indiana as they prepare for their next game against Ohio State.

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  • •Indiana won 20-17 against Nebraska on October 12.
  • •Cignetti highlighted a fourth-down play inspired by Kansas.
  • •Nick Marsh scored the game-winning touchdown on a 44-yard pass.
  • •This play showcases Kansas' creative offensive strategy.
  • •Indiana will face Ohio State next in their schedule.
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