Indiana faces Howard without starting cornerbacks A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 2:51 PM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026

No. 5 Indiana will be missing starting cornerbacks A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe for the upcoming game against Howard on Saturday. The absence of both starters from the secondary presents a personnel challenge for the Hoosiers as they prepare for the matchup. Coaches have not disclosed specific details regarding the status of the two players, only confirming their unavailability for this week's competition. Indiana enters the contest looking to maintain its momentum following a strong start to the season. Howard will attempt to capitalize on the reshuffled Indiana defense when the two teams meet on the field. The team will move forward with alternative options in the defensive backfield to cover the positions held by Harris and Sharpe.
- •No. 5 Indiana plays Howard on Saturday.
- •A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe are unavailable for the game.
- •Both players serve as starting cornerbacks for the Hoosiers.
- 3:33 PMESPN NCAAF — Sources: Hoosiers to be without starting CBs Harris, Sharpe vs. Howard
"No. 5 Indiana will be without starting cornerbacks A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe for Saturday's game against Howard, sources told ESPN.
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