Tony Petitti discusses Indiana football success at Big Ten media days
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 5:25 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti addressed Indiana football's achievements during the conference's media days in Chicago on July 28, 2026. He highlighted the skepticism surrounding the team after their College Football Playoff appearance but emphasized their impressive performance throughout the last season, including a notable win against Ohio State in the league title game. Petitti praised head coach Curt Cignetti for transforming the program and enhancing the game day atmosphere in Bloomington. He acknowledged the excitement from fans and the team's ability to tackle a challenging schedule effectively.
- •Petitti spoke at Big Ten media days on July 28, 2026.
- •He noted skepticism about Indiana football after their early losses.
- •Indiana beat Ohio State in the league title game last season.
- •Petitti praised Cignetti's impact on the program and fan engagement.
- •The Hoosiers had a strong overall performance amidst a tough schedule.
- 5:25 PMYahoo Sports — Big Ten's Tony Petitti says skepticism never matched how good Indiana football was
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — 'You saw them double down.' Big Ten commissioner praises Indiana football
"Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti thinks Indiana football faced plenty of disrespect in 2024. They quickly silenced those skeptics:
"Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti says Indiana football didn't get the respect it deserved heading into 2026: 'Cig is unique'
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:25 PMBig Ten's Tony Petitti says skepticism never matched how good Indiana football was
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti says Indiana football didn't get the respect it deserved heading into 2026: 'Cig is unique'
- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 5:06 PM'You saw them double down.' Big Ten commissioner praises Indiana football
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti thinks Indiana football faced plenty of disrespect in 2024. They quickly silenced those skeptics:
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