Indiana edges Northwestern 29-23 in Big Ten opener

Indiana secured a 29-23 victory over Northwestern on September 25, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, marking their first Big Ten game this season. Aidan Chiles threw for 293 yards and two touchdowns, displaying his passing prowess against Indiana’s defense. Lee Beebe Jr. stepped up significantly after an injury to Turbo Richard, rushing for 203 yards on 24 carries, crucial to Indiana’s success. Despite a strong performance from Chiles, including 22 completions, the Hoosiers' secondary faced challenges throughout the game. Indiana looks to build on this win as they continue their conference schedule.

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