Josh Hoover returns to Indiana game despite arm discomfort against Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 7:05 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover experienced discomfort after an arm injury during the game against Ohio State on October 17, 2026. After briefly leaving the field following a scramble, he returned despite visible pain, completing multiple short passes. As the game headed into the fourth quarter, Indiana trailed Ohio State 13-7. An official update on Hoover's condition has not yet been provided.
- •Hoover was injured during a scramble in the second half.
- •He completed a 16-yard pass after returning to the game.
- •Indiana is currently trailing Ohio State 13-7 entering the fourth quarter.
- •He finished the third quarter with 12 completions on 24 attempts for 170 yards.
- •An official status update on his injury is pending.
- 7:05 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana quarterback in discomfort after leaving Ohio State game, returning. What we know
"IU quarterback Josh Hoover was banged up after a scramble in the second half against Ohio State. He returned but was in discomfort. Here's the latest.
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