Scott & Galen break down Indiana’s 27–14 Week 1 win over Old Dominion. We dig into why the run game (309 yards on 57 carries) set the tone, what the 41:28 time of possession says about control, and where red-zone execution must sharpen. We also hit the two explosive QB keepers that produced ODU’s scores, Mendoza’s timing with receivers, WR/TE usage, and defensive standouts.

Highlights

• Run-game dominance (57 for 309, 5.4 ypc)

• Defense: two big breakdowns, otherwise solid

• Red-zone & play-design tweaks to unlock more points

• Pass game: near-miss explosives and what’s fixable

• Gameday vibes: Hoosier the Bison, towels, the new chant, intro video

Next up: Kennesaw State (noon, Saturday).

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CrimsonCASH is back, and so are the bets! 🎙️ Hosts Scott and James run through a full slate of Big Ten bets, including Penn State’s massive spread and why they like Tulane to cover in Week One. The guys also bring back the fan-favorite Hoosier Hot Streak 🔥 and debut a brand-new weekly feature: Keegan’s Slice of the Action 🍕. College football betting season is officially here!

Galen Clavio and Scott deliver their annual game-by-game IU Football predictions for 2025—then IU Senior Associate AD Jeremy Gray joins to detail the new Memorial Stadium gameday experience.

Highlights

• Win–loss picks from Old Dominion → Purdue, swing games, and bowl odds

• Why Week 1 vs. Old Dominion is a tone-setter

• Schedule stress points: Iowa, Oregon, Penn State; Illinois already sold out

• Upgrades: new field turf, East Side Club + loge boxes, revamped videoboard show from Green & Crimson Studios

• Towels on every seat, Hoosier the Bison debut, lots opening at 8:00 AM, and improved concessions flow

Guests: Jeremy Gray (IU Athletics)
Hosts: Galen Clavio & Scott (CrimsonCast | Back Home Network)

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Former IU WR Mitchell Paige and veteran reporter Olivia Ray join CrimsonCast for a smart, insider look at Indiana Football 2025—from roster identity and leadership under Curt Cignetti to Week 1 vs. Old Dominion, position battles, and what it’ll take to keep momentum rolling this fall.

Highlights

• What defines IU’s identity right now—and why it matters in tight games

• QB outlook, WR roles (slot impact), RB versatility, and depth in the trenches

• Secondary/pass-rush keys on defense

• Why the Old Dominion opener is a real tone-setter

• Breakout candidates and realistic benchmarks for success

Guests: Mitchell Paige, Olivia Ray
Host: Galen Clavio | CrimsonCast (Back Home Network)

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Indiana football’s 2025 outlook—by the numbers. Galen Clavio is joined by Taylor Lehman of Bite Sized Bison to run through IU’s Over/Unders and what they reveal about the Hoosiers’ ceiling in Year 2 under Curt Cignetti. We dig into TE usage and target share, Fernando Mendoza’s rushing value, Roman Hemby’s workload, pass-rush/TFL upside, red-zone fixes, OL protection, and the hidden points in special teams.

What you’ll hear:

• How personnel + scheme shift IU’s offensive identity

• Where the front seven can create real havoc

• The red-zone path from “almost” to “automatic”

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Join us as we welcome Connor Onion back to the show! We dive deep into Indiana University football, previewing the Big Ten season, and discussing the excitement around quarterback Fernando Mendoza. We explore the impact of his health on the playbook and the team's potential for contention this year. Plus, we get Connor's take on Coach Curt Cignetti's media presence, the debate over non-conference scheduling, and the evolving landscape of college football, including the Big Ten's strategic moves and the future of the College Football Playoff. Don't miss our predictions for Indiana's pivotal matchups and a fun chat about the return of the Hoosiers' mascot!

Hall-of-fame columnist Rick Bozich joins Galen for a wide-ranging conversation: Rick’s career highlights and storytelling approach, the culture change under Curt Cignetti in IU football, and how Darren DeVries is reshaping IU basketball’s identity.

What you’ll hear

• Rick’s path in sports media, memorable IU stories, and how access has changed

• IU football: culture, national perception, and what sustainable success looks like

• Game-day vibes at Memorial Stadium and why they matter

• IU basketball under DeVries: roster build, style of play, portal/NIL, recruiting energy

• Fan expectations: cutting through noise and enjoying the ride

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CrimsonCASH is back for a new season! In this preview, Scott and James dive deep into their Big Ten football season predictions, going team by team through over/under win totals. They discuss:

• Wisconsin's "brutal" schedule: Are they headed for an under?
• USC and Washington's Big Ten transition: Can the Trojans exceed expectations?
• UCLA's tough road ahead: Why James is betting the under.
• Rutgers and Purdue's realistic win totals: Can Purdue avoid a 2-10 season?
• Penn State's "fraud" status: Will they finally beat a top-tier team?
• Oregon's "gift from the gods" schedule: Are they headed for an undefeated season?
• Ohio State's rookie QB and Big Ten dominance: Will they overcome the Michigan hurdle?
• Northwestern and Minnesota's surprising outlooks: Which team is set to exceed expectations?
• Michigan State's "worst hand" in scheduling: Why the under looks good.
• Michigan's soft Big Ten schedule: How far can they go with a freshman QB?
• Maryland and Iowa's quarterback questions: Can they get to bowl eligibility?
• Indiana's high hopes: Could they truly go 10-2, and what does that mean for a Heisman candidacy?

Plus, they announce the return of the "Hoosier Hot Streak" betting challenge and introduce "Keegan's Pizza Money" for weekly bets!

Indiana head coach Todd Yeagley joins CrimsonCast to preview the 2025 season: replacing seven starters, where the goals come from, why restarts/aerial play could be a new edge, and the ongoing goalkeeper competition heading into the season opener vs. Clemson at Bill Armstrong Stadium. Yeagley also digs into scheduling philosophy, roster building in the portal/NIL era, and IU’s enduring pipeline to MLS.

What you’ll hear:

• How IU is integrating a large incoming group and fast-tracking chemistry

• Set pieces, aerial presence, and creating chances in the final third

• The GK race and how matchups may shape selections

• Position battles, depth, and early takeaways from preseason action

• Why IU schedules heavyweight opponents early—and what it teaches

• Culture > transactions: maintaining standards in the portal era

• IU → MLS development and pro pathways

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Galen and Scott continue the deep dive into youth sports—from early specialization and travel-ball economics to how the U.S. pipeline differs from European academies. We talk burnout, coaching quality, access and cost, and why changes in college athletics (NIL, revenue sharing, transfer portal) could reshape Olympic and non-revenue sports development.

What we cover

• Why the U.S. ties schooling to sports—and what that leaves out
• Pay-to-play travel teams, access, cost, and burnout
• Coaching quality & licensure vs. the AAU incentive to just win now
• The Norway model (fun-first, late selection) and overuse injuries
• Football as a closed system vs. global sports (soccer, basketball)
• How looming college changes threaten the Olympic pipeline

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