Indiana University’s football team has been on a roll this year dismantling every team they play and leaving a mark on the teams they play.
Head Coach Curt Cignetti has brought a certain culture and energy to IU football which has now paid off astronomically and their record shows that. The atmosphere has been electric in Bloomington, given that they are the best they’ve been for a long time. The Hoosiers had a 9-game win streak and an impressive 6 wins in conference play.
IU has one of the best football programs in the country by far at this point and has impressed me, considering their lack of success in past years. The Hoosiers are ranked in the nation with this being their first time having a winning record since the 2020 – 21 season (three years). Like a lot of football teams in the country, there have been times of disappointment and agony. The Hoosiers currently have a bowl record of 3 – 10 including a weak 3 – 9 record after the 2023 season with a 1 – 8 record in conference. Because of this, IU rightfully hired a new coach, Curt Cignetti. Bringing 25 total transfers and is ranked 56th in the nation for commits in 2025 preparing for the future following behind him to Bloomington.
I feel like IU football is more real than they have ever been for a while, sitting at 6-0 for the first time since 1967. And with the new College Football Playoffs having 12 teams instead of 4, I am convinced that they will make a deep playoff run, or who knows I wouldn’t be surprised if the Hoosiers brought back the hardware. Based on this, even if IU doesn’t do much from here through the season and maybe into the post-season, this team deserves the Most Improved Award after such a great season so far and I’m excited for what’s in store for Hoosier football in the future.