Indiana football ranked in USA TODAY Top 25 preseason poll for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 3:12 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The USA TODAY coaches poll reveals its Top 25 teams as the 2026 college football season approaches. The Indiana Hoosiers, fresh off an undefeated national championship season, are expected to be a focal point this year. Coach Curt Cignetti’s squad returns several key players while also integrating newcomers through the transfer portal. Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza has been replaced by Josh Hoover. The full rankings were set to be unveiled at noon ET today.
- •USA TODAY coaches poll debuts today for the 2026 season.
- •Indiana Hoosiers are coming off an undefeated national championship.
- •Coach Curt Cignetti’s team has key returnees and new transfers.
- •Josh Hoover steps in as the new quarterback.
- 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana football in USA TODAY coaches poll: Where are the Hoosiers ranked in Top 25?
"The USA TODAY college football preseason Top 25 poll features the national champion Indiana Hoosiers.
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