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- Indiana's non-con preview highlights physicality in the defensive back room, with one safety described as an in-the-box type who will put a shoulder on the ball. - Brandon Sharp, a three-star wide receiver from Brownsburg, is noted as a shifty athlete with return ability after taking back an opening kickoff at Lucas Oil Stadium. - The host is skeptical of some listed measurements, but the overall read is that Indiana has young skill/secondary pieces with physical and special-teams upside.

- CBS Sports recently ranked its top position groups ahead of the 2026 season, and IU's offensive line was slotted No. - Drew Evans, Bray Lynch and right tackle Adedamola Ajani are the others in the starting lineup coming out of spring."

- Top Team-Specific Takeaways - Isaac asks, Indiana started last year ranked at number 20. - Indiana is a threat at number 20. - I forgot Indiana started the season ranked solo. - Hoover went to Indiana pretty quick, if I recall.

- Indiana under head coach Curt Cignetti and offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan had that system and understanding of his potential in it.

- QB: Docs: Brendan Sorsby placed at least 40 bets involving Indiana football as a quarterback for the Hoosiers, used sportsbook accounts registered to a family member and friends to wager approximately $90,000 over four years...

- QB: WATCH: Check out my @WTHRcom story on @Spt_athletics QB Mannie Brandon, who persevered through being sent to alternative school to become a leader going to college to play football.

- Indiana QB impact on dynasty: Fernando Mendoza was the critical difference between year two struggles (Curtis Rourke era) and 2024 national title run; only elite NFL QB1 prospects could replicate Indiana's dominance if subbed in (short list: Josh Heupel, Leinart, Vince Young, Cam, McCarron, Jameis, Deshaun, Tua, Trevor, Burrow, Mac Jones, Bryce Young). - Indiana ceiling without elite QB: With average-quality QBs replacing Mendoza, Indiana likely floors at 9–3 record despite destroying most opponents; Mendoza's mistake-free in-pocket management was the engine, not depth of talent. - Indiana Football: Fernando Mendoza (No. 1 NFL draft pick candidate) was difference-maker in 2024 national title run; best QB in every game Indiana played. Will Josh Hoover match that standard in 2025? If not, Indiana's ceiling drops significantly despite strong roster. Projected to miss CFP if Mendoza-level QB production unavailable.

- Indiana spring game timing conflict: Indiana is hosting its spring game Thursday night at the exact same time the NFL Draft begins (7:00–7:20 ET), creating a scheduling nightmare for fans who want to watch Fernando Mendoza get drafted and see Josh Hoover lead the Crimson in the spring game simultaneously. - Indiana defensive line losses: Indiana loses four or five key defensive starters to the draft, forcing young players like Mario Landino into expanded roles as starters; Landino was a supplemental contributor last year and will be "the guy" this spring. - Indiana offensive line transition: The Hoosiers lose several O-line pieces and are bringing in a transfer at right guard; the lines of scrimmage will be critical to monitor to see if they can match last year's dominance. - Nick Marsh as a sleeper receiver: Marsh, who played well at Michigan State despite poor QB play, could be a star-level talent in the college football landscape this year on Indiana's offense; he may be better than receivers they had last year, including Omar Cooper and Elijah Spencer. - Indiana running back committee approach: Indiana will continue a committee approach at RB with Turbo Richard (transfer), Kobe Martin, and BB Richard all getting snaps; the foundation of Cignetti's approach is physical, run-game-oriented football designed to wear opponents down over four quarters.

- Top Team-Specific Takeaways - I Can I I don't think it's on the rundown, but before we get into the spring game takeaways, can I give you one? - Bryant Haynes defensive coordinator at Indiana, who is at my absolute It was Bret Bielema. - They say a team takes on the personality of a head coach. - This is just a coordinator taking on the personality of the head coach.

- Indiana’s offensive line is very young after the starters, so development is key or the Hoosiers will need heavy portal help.

- OL: possibly but I think if IU really wants a specific guy they'll be willing to wait aa long as the timeline is reasonable

- Josh Hoover faces toughest defense season tonight despite OL injuries.

- National media diminished program after losses; Cig 27-2 with national champion; media is the problem.

- Cignetti worked three offensive line groups in spring; young guys got heavy reps.

- Indiana QB Josh Hoover discusses settling in with Hoosiers, following Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza in spring Q&A.

- Top OLine candidates: Smith, Evans, Lynch, Brunner, Ajani, Wilkin, Marek, Leiberfried, Simpson.

- OL/DL: Peegs.com has video of Indiana players Isaiah Jones, Carter Smith, and Tyrique Tucker speaking to the media last night following the 2026 Spring Game for the Hoosiers.

- Freshman TEs showed catching ability in limited action; blocking development will be crucial.

- Indiana spring game first-team rosters: QB Hoover, RB Martin, defense led by Tucker/Landino/Osunsanmi.

- OL: He is a rally good kid, who came out to watch the younger kids play flag this Sunday.

- WR/LB: Will let you know when told by my former student/wr coach down at Chillecothe

- Brendan Sorsby checking into treatment program for gambling addiction.

- Pavia lacks backup QB demeanor; PA liability makes franchises hesitant despite brothers as package deal; likely Arena/CFL destination.

- Returning offensive snaps concentrated on O-line; experience advantage won't be problem.

- QB Josh Hoover impressed by Indiana's complex, disguised defense under coordinator Bryant Haines; improved significantly this spring.

- Coach incorporated 5-guard scheme tailored to skill sets; functioning unit despite veteran backup departures.

- IU could be a top-10 team under Cignetti, but elite, clutch quarterback play remains the key to a natty.

- QB: Not sure we want Hoover to run much....certainly don't want to see him get hurt with our backups being under development...

- Hoover mobile/athletic QB; unlikely to see frequent designed runs due to inexperienced backup situation.

- Quality offensive line crucial; great RBs and QBs become elite with top OL protection.

- RB/TE: Was hoping the answer was Pete Pihos....but he played tight end for the Eagles, not RB.