Indiana's Stephen Daley returns for 2026 football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:31 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Indiana defensive lineman Stephen Daley will return for the 2026 season after missing time due to a knee injury. Daley, a key player in Indiana's previous national title run, leads with 19 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks. His return may influence Big Ten standings, particularly against USC. Previously, Indiana was ranked No. 6 in the Coaches Poll, but that may change following the announcement. The season will resume with Daley aiming for a championship under head coach Curt Cignetti.
- •Stephen Daley returns to Indiana for his fifth season in 2026.
- •Daley led the team previously with 19 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks.
- •Indiana won a national title without Daley in the 2025 season.
- •The Hoosiers are currently ranked No. 6 in the Coaches Poll.
- 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — USC opponent gets hugely positive news before 2026 football season
"Indiana getting Stephen Daley back for the 2026 season might change the balance of power in the Big Ten, including against USC
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