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Kirk Herbstreit predicts Indiana will win Big Ten over Ohio State

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Kirk Herbstreit predicts Indiana will win Big Ten over Ohio State

Summary

Kirk Herbstreit forecasts that the Indiana Hoosiers will win the Big Ten Conference, defeating Ohio State in the College Football Playoff. During an appearance on the 'Nonstop' podcast, Herbstreit cited Ohio State's defensive losses to the NFL draft as a factor in his prediction. He believes Indiana's talent will hold steady, buoyed by home-field advantage against the Buckeyes. The Hoosiers avoid a tough matchup with Oregon in their schedule and will start their season with three home games. Herbstreit praised Indiana's coaching staff and quarterback Josh Hoover, while also predicting a loss to Notre Dame in a potential championship rematch.

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•Indiana opens the season with home games against North Texas, Howard, and Western Kentucky.
•Ohio State will face Texas in a high-profile Week 2 matchup.
•Herbstreit believes Indiana has talent comparable to last season's team.
•He praises Indiana's coaching staff as one of the best in college football.
•Herbstreit predicts Indiana will lose to Notre Dame in the championship.

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