Indiana football’s NIL spending remains low despite prior success
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:51 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Indiana football continues preparations for the 2026 season without being a top spender in NIL. Under head coach Curt Cignetti, the program is selective in recruiting transfers, signing notable players like Josh Hoover and Nick Marsh. Indiana wasn’t included among the highest-spending teams but remains competitive after winning the national championship in 2025. The Hoosiers also face questions about potential Memorial Stadium renovations. Current projections are being made about the team’s win total and roster effectiveness, as they seek to build on previous success.
- •Indiana football spent less on NIL than top programs this season.
- •The program remains competitive after winning the national title in 2025.
- •Joshua Hoover and Nick Marsh were among key transfer signings this offseason.
- •Indiana AD Scott Dolson has signed a contract extension.
- •Expectations are high for the Hoosiers in the 2026 season.
- 4:51 PMYahoo Sports — Hoosiers Daily News: How much did Indiana football spend on its 2026 roster?
"Indiana’s NIL spending, more preseason All-American lists, Memorial Stadium renovations and more in today’s news.
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