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IU basketball floating head posters return for 2026-27
The NIL Store teams up with Indiana Athletics to launch the 2026-27 men's and women's basketball floating‑head schedule posters, a 40‑year tradition that showcases every Hoosier player. Fans can save 15% with code TDH15, and each athlete earns royalties from poster and companion apparel sales, marking the fifth year of this NIL partnership. The posters are available now, continuing a beloved collector’s item for IU supporters.
Report: IU football actively looking for 2027 Power 4 nonconference opponent
Indiana’s athletic department is already negotiating a Power‑4 non‑conference opponent for the 2027 season, as the new 24‑team College Football Playoff requires every Big Ten team to schedule at least one game against a Power‑4 program. Current 2027 non‑conference slate lists Jacksonville State, Kennesaw State and Indiana State, but AD Scott Dolson says talks are underway with teams from the SEC, ACC, Big 12 or Notre Dame. The Hoosiers haven’t faced a Power‑4 opponent since Louisville in 2023, and they join Nebraska, Oregon and USC in seeking a marquee matchup. Potential foes include Arizona, Kansas, TCU, Texas Tech, Cincinnati or Tennessee.
IU basketball: Bellarmine at Indiana — The report card
Indiana stormed Bellarmine 92-69 in their final tune‑up, jumping to a 24‑9 lead and never looking back, even as the Knights trimmed the margin to 18 early in the second half. The Hoosiers shot 1.38 points per possession, hit five players with nine or more points, and tallied 46 bench points, while grabbing 18 offensive rebounds. Defensively they started strong, allowing just seven points in the first 11 minutes, but slipped in the second half, conceding 1.04 points per possession and 36 paint points to Bellarmine. Standout performances came from Darren Harris (23 points, and‑one) and Aiden Sherrell’s all‑around effort. IU (2‑0) now heads to a home matchup with Syracuse on Monday.
Harris scores a career-high 23 points as IU knocks off Bellarmine 92-69
Darren Harris erupts for a career‑high 23 points, hitting five of ten three‑pointers in Indiana’s 92‑69 rout of Bellarmine on Nov. 6, 2026. The former Duke transfer smashed his previous best of 16, accounting for one‑quarter of the Hoosiers’ total while the bench contributed half the score. Bryce Lindsay added 15, and Aiden Sherrell and Sam Alexis each chipped in 12. Coach Darian DeVries praised Harris’s confidence and green‑light shooting after a modest 1‑for‑7 showing versus Eastern Illinois. IU now faces Syracuse on Nov. 9 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Watch: IU basketball’s DeVries, Harris, Manhertz talk win over Bellarmine
IU basketball coach Darian DeVries fields media questions after Indiana’s dominant 92-69 victory over Bellarmine at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Tuesday. He is joined by players Darren Harris and Trevor Manhertz, who break down the three key factors, highlights, and stats from the win. The post‑game interview offers insight into the team’s performance and sets the tone for upcoming games.
IU basketball: Indiana 92 Bellarmine 69 — Three keys, highlights, stats
Indiana storms past Bellumrine 92-69 at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, building a 50-26 halftime lead. Third‑year guard Darren Harris erupts for a career‑high 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 three‑pointers as the Hoosiers shoot 42.8% from beyond the arc. The offense shines overall, posting 67.8% shooting inside the paint and 1.42 points per possession while limiting turnovers to 12, just three in the first half. Bench production fuels the win, with 46 points off the bench—Bryce Lindsay (15), Sam Alexis (12) and Trevor Manhertz (9) lead the secondary unit.
Live updates and discussion: Indiana vs. Bellarmine
Indiana opens its 2026-27 season with a dominant 50-26 halftime lead over Bellumrine at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Darren Harris sparks the Hoosiers, scoring 15 points in the first half, while Bryce Lindsay adds 13. Freshman Trevor Manhertz contributes five points and a dunk, and the team forces seven turnovers in the opening 12 minutes. Indiana, a 36.5‑point favorite, shoots 24 three‑pointers and showcases strong defense. The game tips at 6 p.m. ET on Peacock, with commentary from John Fanta and Greg McDermott.
Hoover or Wilson: That looks like a real question for Curt Cignetti coming out of the bye
Indiana faces a top‑20 clash with USC next week, a game that could secure a College Football Playoff first‑round bye. Coach Curt Cignetti must decide whether to stick with multimillion‑dollar quarterback Josh Hoover or turn to seven‑year journeyman Matt Wilson. Hoover is dealing with lingering injuries and accuracy issues after a shaky Ohio State win, while Wilson, despite limited starting experience (one full season at Old Dominion), shows flashes but lacks consistency. The Hoosiers’ offense has dipped to 32 points per game and a 64.7% red‑zone touchdown rate, far below last year’s marks, putting extra pressure on the quarterback decision before the pivotal matchup.
IU basketball gameday essentials: Hoosiers host Bellarmine
Indiana opens its season with a home test against Bellarmine on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, at 6 p.m. ET in Assembly Hall. The Hoosiers (1‑0) are 26.5‑point favorites, with KenPom projecting an 88‑64 win over the Knights (0‑1). Bellarmine, led by first‑year head coach Doug Davenport, comes off a 93‑47 loss to No. 24 Vanderbilt. The game streams on Peacock and airs on NBCSN with commentary from former Creighton coach Greg McDermott and IU’s Darian DeVries. Tickets are available via the article’s StubHub link.
IU soccer wins program’s 20th regular season Big Ten title
No. 4 Indiana men’s soccer clinches the program’s 20th Big Ten regular‑season title with a 3‑2 win over No. 9 Michigan State (14‑1‑3 overall, 7‑1‑2 conference). Easton Bogard sparks the victory, scoring two quick goals before halftime; Charlie Heuer adds a third after Michigan State’s late tally. The win secures Indiana’s outright championship as Washington falls earlier, and seeds the Hoosiers as the No. 1 seed in the six‑team Big Ten tournament starting Nov. 8. Indiana now aims to add another conference crown in the championship slated for Nov. 15.
Bye week update: Curt Cignetti on IU football’s CFP ranking and Josh Hoover
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti used his weekly radio spot to lambast the first College Football Playoff rankings, calling the media narrative scripted and insisting the field will decide the truth. He defended IU’s narrow loss to Ohio State, noting the Buckeyes were at full strength and IU knocked out their quarterback. Cignetti also addressed the quarterback shuffle after the Minnesota win, saying Josh Hoover is recovering from injury while Grant Wilson, a mobile, strong arm, earned his halftime start. He admits the offense lacks the production of the past two seasons as IU prepares for the USC matchup on Nov. 14.
Radio show: IU football coach Curt Cignetti and CB Jamari Sharpe talk Minnesota, bye week
Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti joins veteran host Don Fischer on the Inside Indiana Football radio show to break down the Hoosiers' overtime victory over Minnesota and preview the upcoming bye week. The program wraps up with cornerback Jamari Sharpe sharing his perspective. The segment, available via IU Athletics on YouTube, offers insight into the team's recent win and future plans.
Watch: Latest edition of “The Standard” features Ferrell, McAteer, win over Minnesota
The Daily Hoosier spotlights the newest episode of IU football’s documentary series “The Standard,” showcasing cinematic highlights of Indiana’s 8-1 win over Minnesota with standout plays from Amare Ferrell and Paddy McAteer. The recap precedes Indiana’s upcoming clash on Nov. 14 against No. 20 USC, where the Hoosiers sit at CFP No. 4. The video, posted by Indiana Athletics on YouTube, offers fans a quick visual recap of the victory.
IU men’s soccer can clinch share of Big Ten title Wednesday evening
Indiana men’s soccer (13-1-3, 6-1-2 Big Ten) faces No. 16 Michigan State (10-3-3, 5-2-2) tonight at 8 p.m. ET on the campus’s Bill Armstrong Stadium. A win clinches at least a share of IU’s 20th Big Ten regular‑season title and secures the top seed in the conference tournament, while the Spartans need a victory to stay in contention for a three‑way co‑championship. The Hoosiers, fresh off a 3‑1 win over UCLA with Oliver Moller‑Jensen scoring twice, boast a 10‑0‑1 home record and an unbeaten streak against ranked foes. Michigan State’s top scorer Andrew Darakdjian sits third in conference goals (5).
Report says more than 12 production companies sought documentary on 2025 IU football season
More than 12 production companies vie for exclusive rights to document Indiana’s historic 2025 national‑championship football season. NFL legend Tom Brady’s Shadow Lion and Jigsaw Productions, with IU alumna Courtney Sexton as an executive producer, will create the film titled Misfits. The documentary will chronicle the Hoosiers’ improbable 16‑0 run, sparked by quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s “misfits” rally before the Purdue finale. IU AD Scott Dolson calls the story a remarkable sports turnaround. Production kicks off this fall.
Here’s why CFP Committee put IU well above Notre Dame in first rankings release
The CFP committee ranks one‑loss Indiana at No. 4 and Notre Dame at No. 11 because Indiana boasts a tougher schedule and more wins against .500‑plus opponents. Chair Hunter Yurachek explains Indiana is 5‑1 against quality teams, while Notre Dame has only two such games (1‑1). ESPN’s FPI lists Indiana’s strength of schedule at 31st versus Notre Dame’s 55th, and the strength‑of‑record metric places IU at No. 4 and the Irish at No. 13. Notre Dame must defeat No. 1 Miami this weekend for a signature win, while IU (8‑1) faces No. 20 USC next week, with a second loss endangering its CFP hopes.
IU women’s basketball knocks off FGCU 79-50 in season opener
Indiana University women’s basketball opens the 2026-27 season with a dominant 79-50 win over FGCU at Assembly Hall. Eleven Hoosiers score, highlighted by third‑year forward Zania Socka‑Nguemen’s 13 points and seven rebounds, while Lenee Beaumont and transfer Alisa Williams add double‑figure totals. IU’s perimeter defense limits FGCU to 3‑of‑26 three‑pointers, and a 15‑0 third‑quarter run creates separation. Coach Teri Moren notes turnover (17) and free‑throw (15‑of‑25) issues, but depth wins the day. The Hoosiers face Southern Illinois Friday at 7 p.m. on Big Ten Plus.
Here’s how former IU football players did in week eight of the NFL season
The Daily Hoosier breaks down week eight performances of former Indiana players in the NFL. Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza stays unused, while teammate TE Ian Thomas logs 29 offensive snaps and a TD. Giants LB Micah McFadden sits out his bye week after 14 tackles. Steelers TE Riley Nowakowski sees limited action, and 49ers DB CJ West remains on IR. Vikings WR Myles Price adds 72 kick‑return yards, and Jets WR Omar Cooper records 50 offensive snaps with two touchdowns. Chiefs OL Kahlil Benson starts at left tackle, and several alumni (e.g., Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine, Ke’Shawn Williams) are on practice squads. The roundup highlights who played, who was inactive, and each player's season totals.
IU football ranked No. 4 in first 2026 CFP rankings
Indiana football cracks the top four in the first 2026 College Football Playoff rankings, landing at No. 4 with an 8‑1 record. The CFP committee’s live ESPN reveal means the Hoosiers earn a first‑round bye and will face the Alabama‑Boise State winner in the quarterfinals. IU is the highest‑seeded Big Ten team, ahead of No. 8 UCLA and No. 12 Ohio State, which falls short of the Group of Six requirement. Indiana’s next matchup is on Nov. 14 versus No. 20 USC.
IU football notebook: Thoughts on Hoover, the boo birds, and CFP projections
Former college quarterbacks weigh in on Indiana's QB Josh Hoover, who’s struggled with a 43.2% completion rate, one TD and two picks over the past two weeks against Michigan and Minnesota. FOX analyst Joel Klatt says Hoover winced after throws in the Ohio State loss and suspects a right‑shoulder issue affecting his accuracy, while ex‑FSU QB Danny Kanell believes Hoover is “much more hurt than they’re letting on.” Meanwhile, long‑time radio voice Don Fischer rebukes the boos aimed at the 8‑1 Hoosiers after a shaky Minnesota game. As the first CFP rankings drop Tuesday, projections for Indiana range from No. 5 to No. 11, with the team hovering between a first‑round bye and a play‑in game.
IU basketball: Eastern Illinois at Indiana — The report card
Indiana opened the 2026-27 season with a dominant 91-57 victory over Eastern Illinois, snapping a close 21-19 first‑half gap to finish on a 23-4 run. Guards Markus Burton and Bryce Lindsay sparked the offense, shooting 6‑of‑8 from three and drawing 23 of the team’s 32 free‑throw attempts. The Hoosiers forced 14 first‑half turnovers and limited the Panthers to just three made threes (21.4%). Samet Yigitoglu contributed five offensive boards in 18 minutes, while defensive lapses early gave way to a stronger second‑half effort. Indiana (1-0) now turns its focus to a home game against Bellarmine on Thursday.
Indiana’s defense forces 22 turnovers in 91-57 rout of Eastern Illinois
Indiana opens its season with a 91-57 win over Eastern Illinois, thanks to a record‑setting defensive performance that forces 22 turnovers—the most by a Hoosier opponent since 2021. The pressure leads to a 20-2 run before halftime, giving Indiana a 44-23 lead. Indiana commits just 11 fouls, shoots 75% from the line and outrebounds the Panthers 34-26. Markus Burton tops the box score with 19 points and 5 assists, while Samet Yigitoglu adds 8 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. The Panthers improve in the second half but cannot overcome the turnover gap. Indiana now prepares for Thursday’s matchup with Bellarmine.
Watch: IU basketball’s DeVries, Burton, Mustaf talk win over Eastern Illinois
Indiana University basketball coach Darian DeVries and standouts Markus Burton and Jaeden Mustaf field media questions after the Hoosiers' dominant 91‑57 victory over Eastern Illinois on Nov. 3, 2026. The trio breaks down the three key factors that fueled the win, while highlights and stats are available for fans seeking a deeper look at the performance.
Burton shines in IU debut as Hoosiers dominate Eastern Illinois in opener
Indiana opens the 2026‑27 season with a 91‑57 blowout of Eastern Illinois, and transfer point guard Markus Burton steals the show. In his Hoosiers debut, Burton scores 19 points on 7‑for‑8 shooting, adds five assists, hits three 3‑pointers and commits just one turnover, despite picking up four fouls. Coach Darian DeVries praises Burton’s improved outside game, calling him a potential best‑in‑the‑Big‑Ten playmaker since Yogi Ferrell. The Hoosiers return to Assembly Hall on Nov. 5 to face Bellarmine, with the game on Peacock and NBCSN.
IU basketball freshman guard Prince-Alexander Moody suffers knee injury
Freshman guard Prince‑Alexander Moody suffers a knee injury that will sideline him for an extended period, IU coach Darian DeVries announced after the Hoosiers’ 91-57 season‑opener over Eastern Illinois. The 6‑foot‑4 Maryland recruit, a top‑100 four‑star in the class of 2026, was seen on the bench in a brace and on crutches. The injury occurred in the days leading up to the game, ending hopes he could contribute this season after a promising summer stint in Peru. Moody is expected to miss most, if not all, of his freshman campaign.
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