Northwestern set for road matchup against reigning champion Indiana
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Northwestern's first road game of the 2026 season is scheduled for September 25. The Wildcats will face Indiana Hoosiers, who are the reigning national champions after an undefeated 2025 season. Under head coach Curt Cignetti, Indiana achieved significant success, culminating in a national title, and enters this matchup with a strong roster. Indiana finished 2025 with a 16-0 record, and is currently ranked 5th in 2026 SP+ overall.
- •Match scheduled for September 25 in Bloomington, Indiana
- •Indiana finished the 2025 season undefeated at 16-0
- •Curt Cignetti leads Indiana in his third season
- •Indiana currently ranked 5th in 2026 SP+ overall
- •Match marks Northwestern's first road game in 2026
- 2:43 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 Northwestern Football Know Your Opponent: Indiana Hoosiers
"The Wildcats take their first road trip of the season.
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