The #2-ranked Indiana Hoosiers enter the bye week at 11–0 after a dominant Senior Day win over Wisconsin. In this episode, Coach Griff breaks down how IU executed its game plan, the biggest takeaways from Saturday’s Big Ten results, and what the Hoosiers must sharpen before the stretch run.

We dive into:

• Wisconsin recap & key statistical highlights

• Team objectives — did IU hit all three?

• Top bye-week storylines as Indiana eyes a Big Ten title berth

• CFP implications & national outlook

• Recruiting update: DeMatha WR Lavar Keys flips from Penn State to Indiana

• Viewer Q&A and rivalry week preview

Indiana’s championship push is officially on — and the bye week sets the stage for everything ahead.

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The #2-ranked Indiana Hoosiers are one win away from clinching a berth in the Big Ten Championship, and the only thing standing in their way is a classic Big Ten grinder: the Wisconsin Badgers. On tonight’s Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down everything you need to know heading into Saturday’s Senior Day showdown at Memorial Stadium.

We’ll dive into:

🔥 Wisconsin’s stingy, hard-nosed defense — why their front six is one of the most disciplined the Hoosiers have faced

🔥 IU’s offensive keys for attacking the Badgers’ pressure looks

🔥 Matchup breakdowns: Mendoza, Hemby, Black, Sarratt, Cooper, and the Hoosier playmakers

🔥 Wisconsin’s top returners and their 2025 production

🔥 What last week’s heroic game-winning drive vs Penn State means heading into this matchup

🔥 Senior Day storylines, X-factors, injury notes, and Coach Griff’s prediction

This is your full Big Noon Kickoff weekend primer — everything IU fans need before Saturday at noon.

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With 1:20 left in the game, the No. 2–ranked Indiana Hoosiers trailed at Beaver Stadium and needed 80 yards with no timeouts. Fernando Mendoza went surgical — 10 plays, 80 yards — finishing with a back-line toe-tap touchdown to Omar Cooper with :36 seconds left to shock Penn State, 27–24.

In this episode of The Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down:

• The 10-play game-winning drive

• Mendoza’s composure and Cooper’s toe-tap TD

• Second-half defensive adjustments

• What this win means for Indiana’s playoff push

• Big Ten landscape + IU’s postseason path

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The #2-ranked Indiana Hoosiers head into Happy Valley for Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff matchup against Penn State in one of the most intimidating environments in college football — the Whiteout at Beaver Stadium.

Penn State leads the all-time series 25–2, and Indiana has never won in Happy Valley. But this Hoosier team is built differently. Under Head Coach Curt Cignetti, Indiana has found its identity — physical, balanced, and confident.

In this episode of The Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down:

• Exclusive interview with Zach Browning of TheHoosier.com

• Latest injury news: Aiden Fisher and Elijah Sarratt updates

• Penn State scouting report: offensive weapons & defensive stars

• Statistical comparison and game keys

The #2-ranked Hoosiers rolled into College Park and blew the doors off Maryland, 55–10, behind a punishing ground attack and a defense that suffocated the Terps from the opening whistle.

✅ 363 rushing yards between Kaelon Black & Roman Hemby

✅ Boykin scoop-and-score after a forced fumble

✅ Mendoza efficient and in control of the offense

✅ Defense forces five turnovers and allows just 37 yards rushing

In this episode, Coach Griff breaks down:

• How Indiana’s run game exploded (counter & insert variations)

• Why Mendoza’s efficiency keeps elevating this offense

• Defensive pressure concepts that forced turnovers

• What’s ahead with Big Noon Kickoff vs. Penn State

• The first College Football Playoff Rankings coming Tuesday

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Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down Indiana’s next Big Ten road test as the #2-ranked Hoosiers travel to College Park to face the Maryland Terrapins.

In this episode of The Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff covers:

🏈 Offense vs Offense – Fernando Mendoza and IU’s balanced attack vs Malik Washington’s Maryland offense.

🛡️ Defense vs Defense – Can Indiana’s dominant D slow down the Terps’ playmakers?

⭐ Top Players to Watch – The names who could shift momentum in Saturday’s game.

📊 Big Ten Schedule Rundown – Kickoff times, TV info, and point spreads across the conference.

🎯 Keys to Victory & Prediction – What IU must do to stay perfect and maintain its playoff push.

Maryland looks to play spoiler — but can they stop a red-hot Hoosier team ranked #2 in the nation?

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The #2 Indiana Hoosiers left no doubt in Bloomington with a 56–6 domination of UCLA, ending the Bruins’ three-game win streak decisively. Coach Griff breaks down Fernando Mendoza’s stellar day, the Hoosiers’ balanced rushing attack led by Roman Hemby and Kaelon Black, and a defense that completely shut down UCLA’s offense.

Plus, what this performance means for Indiana’s College Football Playoff hopes, and an early look ahead to next week’s matchup at Maryland.

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The #2-ranked Indiana Hoosiers take the national stage as FOX Big Noon Kickoff rolls into Bloomington for a showdown with the surging UCLA Bruins.

Host Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down everything you need to know — from Nico Iamaleava’s growing confidence under center to Curt Cignetti’s game plan for keeping the Hoosiers perfect.

In this episode:

• The national spotlight returns to Bloomington

• Why UCLA’s momentum makes them dangerous

• Keys to victory for Indiana on offense and defense

• Coach Griff’s prediction: Hoosiers 31, Bruins 17

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Today on The Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff welcomes Dylan Sinn to the show to discuss Indiana's big win over Oregon 30-20 and the Hoosiers cracking the Top 5 at #3 in both polls. Then, Coach Griff breaks down the game, highlighting categories. In Coach Griff's Video Room, Coach points out the key moments from the game that allowed Indiana to make the statement win they needed.

The undefeated #7 Indiana Hoosiers (5-0) hit the road for their toughest test yet — a showdown in Eugene against the #3 Oregon Ducks (5-0) on Saturday afternoon in front of a national CBS audience.

Host Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down everything you need to know before kickoff:

🏈 Full Oregon scouting report and key players to watch

📊 Head-to-head offensive and defensive stats

🎥 Coach Griff’s Video Room analysis – Fernando Mendoza vs. Dante Moore

🔑 Five keys to a Hoosier upset

🧠 Coach Griff’s official prediction: Indiana 27, Oregon 24

It’s all right here in this week’s edition of The Hoosier Tailgate, your home for in-depth Indiana Football coverage and Big Ten insights.

• Matchup: #7 Indiana Hoosiers vs. #3 Oregon Ducks

• Kickoff: Saturday, 3:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM PT

• Location: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, Oregon

• Network: CBS

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