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Indiana football prepares for Big Ten challenge against Northwestern

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 2:28 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Indiana football prepares for Big Ten challenge against Northwestern
Summary

Indiana football enters Big Ten play with a 3-0 record, ranked No. 5 nationally, after dominating their first three games with a combined score of 145-16. Head coach Curt Cignetti has emphasized the progress made regarding team consistency and performance. The Hoosiers face 2-0 Northwestern, who recently won 41-7 against Colorado. Cignetti highlighted the importance of ball security against a Wildcats' defense that excels in creating turnovers. He praises quarterback Josh Hoover's performance, asserting his key role moving forward.

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  • •Indiana is 3-0, ranked No. 5, ahead of Big Ten play.
  • •The Hoosiers have outscored opponents 145-16 this season.
  • •Northwestern is 2-0, coming off a 41-7 victory over Colorado.
  • •Cignetti emphasizes focus on ball security against Northwestern's defense.
  • •Josh Hoover is identified as a critical component of the team's offense.
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  • 2:28 AMYahoo Sports — Indiana Football Has Made Its Statement Ahead Of Big Ten Play
What they're saying
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Indiana has made it through the opening three games of the 2026 season with little room for complaint.

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