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Indiana's second starting cornerback job remains unsettled between Penn State transfer A.J. Harris and Ryland Gandy after injuries caused both players to miss portions of fall camp.

Sophomore Byron Baldwin Jr. is positioned to start at rover and serve as a movable defensive piece in coverage, run support and corner blitzes, although his limited college experience creates missed-assignment risk.

Kansas State transfer Chiddi Obiazor will primarily play strong-side defensive end but can shift to three-technique on passing downs or outside in short-yardage packages.

Wisconsin transfer Preston Zachman returns from a season-ending 2025 injury with 35 games and seven career interceptions and is expected to replace Louis Moore as a versatile starting safety.

Defensive tackle Mario Landino returns alongside Tyrique Tucker and could receive more one-on-one pass-rush opportunities because opponents must account for Indiana's broader front-seven depth.