Locked On Hoosiers - Daily Podcast On Indiana Hoosiers Football & Basketball

Indiana Basketball's complete 2026-27 Big Ten schedule is officially here, and Darian DeVries and the Hoosiers may have caught a major break.

Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's 20-game Big Ten schedule, including the early road trip to Iowa, the West Coast swing against Oregon and Washington, huge home games inside Assembly Hall and a brutal five-game closing stretch featuring Purdue twice, Wisconsin, Michigan State and Ohio State.

How favorable is Indiana's path through the Big Ten? Could the Hoosiers build enough momentum before the final stretch to put themselves in NCAA Tournament position?

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Big Ten faces scrutiny as Michigan’s controversial win sparks debate—can the conference restore its reputation before playoff selections loom? The Big 10 Squad breaks down the FBS Oversight Committee’s ruling on the Michigan–Western Michigan officiating drama and question the value of public apologies with no actual remedies. With underwhelming showings from Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State, and more, is Indiana really the conference’s best hope for national championship glory?

The panel spotlights UCLA’s momentum, USC’s 30-point fourth-quarter leads, and Washington’s offensive woes—while poking fun at Purdue’s heartache and Maryland’s September hot streak...

The Big Ten football race is wide open — and several teams nobody expected could be preparing to shake up the conference.

Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers joins Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions to identify the Big Ten dark horses fans need to watch. Could UCLA emerge immediately under Bob Chesney? Is Nebraska capable of crashing the College Football Playoff race? And should Iowa or Maryland be taken more seriously?

Jacob and Zach break down UCLA's path, Nebraska's brutal schedule and potential showdown with Indiana Football, Iowa's opportunity and Maryland's upside behind Malik Wa...

Expectations are rising for Darian DeVries and Indiana Basketball entering Year 2 in Bloomington.

Jacob Goins joins Isaac Schade of Locked On College Basketball for a complete 2026-27 Indiana Hoosiers basketball season preview. After missing the NCAA Tournament last season, IU has rebuilt its roster through the transfer portal with more size, depth, experience and versatility around DeVries.

Jacob and Isaac break down the biggest Indiana Basketball storylines, including Markus Burton's return to the state of Indiana, Aiden Sherrell's importance to the Hoosiers' frontcourt, Samet Yigitoglu providing legitimate size at center and the competition involving Darren...

A major college sports bill just cleared an important procedural hurdle in the United States Senate.

The Senate voted 74–24 to advance consideration of the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act, legislation that could establish new federal rules affecting eligibility, the transfer portal, NIL and revenue sharing, athlete protections, coaching movement and more. The vote does NOT make the proposal law, and additional steps remain in the Senate and Congress.

Jacob Goins breaks down what the proposed changes could mean specifically for Indiana Football and Indiana Basketball, including how new transfer rules could affect two programs that ha...

Is Indiana Football already the team to beat in the Big Ten?

Jacob Goins is joined by Brian Smith of The Portal Podcast to break down why the Indiana Hoosiers may currently sit at the top of a Big Ten that suddenly has plenty of questions.

Ohio State has shown vulnerabilities, Oregon has struggled, USC remains unproven and Michigan still has major questions on offense. Indiana hasn't faced a major test yet either—but Curt Cignetti's defending national champions continue to look like one of the most consistent teams in college football.

Jacob an...

Indiana Basketball has landed another commitment in the 2027 recruiting class.

Felix Kiehlneker, a 7-foot-1 center from Germany, has committed to Darian DeVries and the Indiana Hoosiers after visiting Bloomington and USC. Kiehlneker joins Chase Branham in Indiana's growing 2027 class.

Jacob Goins breaks down what stands out about Kiehlneker's game, including his mobility, footwork, pick-and-roll ability, rebounding and defensive potential—and what his commitment tells us about how DeVries wants to build Indiana's roster for the future.

Plus, more eligibility drama for Indiana Football. Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt are currently ineligible after their te...

Curt Cignetti likes what he's seeing from the Indiana Football defense—and his latest comments should get the attention of the rest of college football.

After questions surrounding the Hoosiers defense following Week 1, Indiana responded with a dominant shutout against Howard. The Hoosiers piled up five sacks, 12 tackles for loss, forced a pick-six and rarely allowed Howard to cross midfield.

Jacob Goins breaks down Cignetti's comments about the defense getting “back where we used to be,” what the improvement could mean for Indiana's national championship ceiling and why Bryant Haines' defense could continue getting better.

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The Big Ten had a rough weekend—and suddenly the conference hierarchy looks completely different.

Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers joins Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions to break down the biggest questions facing the Big Ten after two chaotic weeks of college football.

Ohio State blew a 20-point lead against Texas. Oregon suffered a stunning road loss to Oklahoma State. Washington has struggled, Michigan remains difficult to evaluate, and several supposed Big Ten contenders already have major questions.

Meanwhile, Indiana Football continues to roll under Curt Cignetti, while Penn State an...

The Big Ten still runs through Bloomington.

Two weeks into the college football season, Jacob Goins explains why Indiana Football is still the best team in the Big Ten—and why the defending national champions may not even have a close challenger right now.

While Oregon and Ohio State have already suffered losses and questions remain around Michigan, Penn State and USC, Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers are 2-0 behind Josh Hoover, a dynamic Indiana running game and a defense that took a major step forward against Howard.

Plus, Jacob breaks down Indiana's PF...

Indiana Football responded in a BIG way.

The Hoosiers shut out Howard 55-0 at Memorial Stadium, and Jacob Goins reacts to a dominant performance from Curt Cignetti's team. Indiana rushed for nearly 300 yards, Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. both eclipsed 100 yards, Josh Hoover threw four touchdowns and Charlie Becker continued making his case as one of the best wide receivers in college football.

But the biggest development may have come defensively.

After questions about Indiana's defensive front, tackling and aggressiveness following Week 1, the Hoosiers responded with a dominant performance while getting contributions...

Indiana Football is a massive favorite against Howard, but Saturday is about much more than the final score.

Jacob Goins joins TJ Pittinger of Big Ten Football Addiction to break down what Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers need to improve before Big Ten play arrives. Josh Hoover impressed in his Indiana debut, but questions remain around the defensive front, open-field tackling, offensive line and depth after the season opener against North Texas.

Can Indiana's defense respond after a frustrating Week 1 performance? Can Tyler Morris and Shazz Preston emerge behind Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker? And...

Kellan Wyatt regained his eligibility before Indiana Football's season opener but didn't see the field in Week 1. Could that finally change against Howard?

Jacob Goins explains why this could be the perfect opportunity to work Wyatt into Indiana's defensive rotation before looking around the Big Ten at a massive weekend of nonconference games for Ohio State, Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota, Oregon and more.

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Indiana Football is a massive favorite against Howard, but Saturday could still tell us plenty about the Hoosiers.

Jacob Goins breaks down four Indiana players who have an opportunity to emerge against the Bison, including wide receivers Tyler Morris and Shazz Preston as the Hoosiers search for another weapon behind Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker. Could one of them become this year's breakout receiver?

On defense, Stephen Daley and Jeff Utzinger have opportunities to make an impact as Indiana looks for a more aggressive performance after Week 1.

Plus, Stephen Daley and Kellan Wyatt...

Controversy rocks the Big Ten as Michigan escapes Western Michigan with a wild, disputed win—will the College Football Playoff Committee remember? The Big 10 Squad debates the infamous “Clockgate,” field stormings, and the reputation of officiating when blue blood programs are on the line.

Hosts preview marquee matchups: Ohio State vs. Texas and Michigan vs. Oklahoma have the Big Ten’s reputation hanging in the balance. Can Ryan Day’s Buckeyes outduel Arch Manning’s Longhorns? Is Bryce Underwood’s starting job in trouble as Michigan faces a ferocious Sooners defense? Rapid-fire picks, inside jokes, and sharp takes fuel the squad...

Is the Big Ten really the best conference in college football?

After just one week, Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers and Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions already have some questions. Indiana and Penn State looked solid, but shaky performances elsewhere in the conference raise concerns about just how deep the Big Ten really is in 2026.

Then there's Michigan.

Jacob and Zach react to the controversial ending between Michigan and Western Michigan, debate whether the Wolverines deserved their victory and discuss the Big Ten's decision to expand live communication between referees...

Indiana Football should have little trouble beating Howard on Saturday. But for Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers, this game needs to be about much more than the final score.

Jacob Goins breaks down what actually matters for Indiana against Howard, including a defensive front that needs to make more plays, an offensive line looking for improvement, Isaiah Jones stepping into a leadership role, getting the secondary healthy and determining which younger players deserve bigger roles moving forward.

Plus, the Big Ten is introducing new transparency during replay reviews following the controversial ending between Michigan and...

Josh Hoover delivered four touchdowns, 231 passing yards and zero interceptions in Indiana Football's Week 1 win — so why did his Heisman Trophy stock go DOWN?

Jacob Goins breaks down why Hoover continues to be overlooked nationally despite an outstanding debut for the Indiana Hoosiers. FanDuel's latest Heisman odds have Hoover outside the top 10, while another post-Week 1 ranking leaves the Indiana quarterback out entirely.

Is the country sleeping on Josh Hoover, and what will he have to do against Indiana's upcoming schedule to force himself into the Heisman conversation?

Plus, Indiana Football is officially a to...

Indiana Basketball made a major impression on elite 2027 recruit Darius Wabbington during his official visit to Bloomington. The top-20 big man had glowing things to say about the Hoosiers, Darian DeVries and Indiana's plan for his future — and Indiana may have taken a significant step forward in one of the biggest recruiting battles of the 2027 cycle.

Jacob Goins breaks down Wabbington's visit, why Indiana being first in his official-visit rotation matters, and what his recruitment could mean for the future of IU Basketball.

Plus, Curt Cignetti wants more from Indiana Football's tight ends after Week 1. Wh...

Indiana Football opened the 2026 season with a win over North Texas, but was the performance good enough for the defending national champions?

Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers is joined by Brian Smith of The Portal Podcast for a crossover breaking down the biggest concerns coming out of Indiana's Week 1 performance.

The Hoosiers struggled to establish the traditional running game, missed tackles in space and didn't consistently create the kind of havoc defensively that became a trademark of last year's national championship team. Brian explains why those issues caught his attention — and how quickly Curt Ci...

Indiana Football beat North Texas 52-16 in Week 1, but Curt Cignetti certainly didn't sound satisfied with the Hoosiers' performance.

On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down Cignetti's reaction to Indiana's season opener and why there are plenty of areas for the Hoosiers to improve before Week 2 against Howard. From defensive miscues and open-field tackling to the running game and Josh Hoover's decision-making, Cignetti continues to hold Indiana to a championship standard.

We also have important Indiana Football injury updates. AJ Harris and Jamari Sharpe are considered day-to-day, while running back Khobie Martin is...

Curt Cignetti sent a strong message to Indiana Football after the Hoosiers’ win over North Texas — and wide receiver Davion Chandler was at the center of it.

Chandler hauled in a 42-yard touchdown before spiking the football in the end zone, something Cignetti made clear does not fit the standard he expects from his program. Jacob Goins breaks down Cignetti’s comments, why the moment is bigger than one celebration, and what Chandler’s response could mean moving forward.

Plus, should Indiana fans actually be worried about the Hoosiers’ running game? Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr...

Indiana Football opened the 2026 season with a 52-16 win over North Texas, but the final score doesn't tell the entire story.

Josh Hoover and the Indiana offense showed plenty of reasons for optimism, while Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh and the Hoosiers' receiving corps flashed their massive potential. But Curt Cignetti's defense also showed several areas that need to improve before Indiana gets into the difficult portion of its schedule.

On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down what went right and wrong for Indiana against North Texas, the biggest improvements the Hoosiers need to...

Indiana Football opened the season with a 52-16 win over North Texas, but it wasn't a perfect afternoon for Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers.

On this postgame edition of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's Week 1 victory, beginning with a surprisingly sloppy performance from the Hoosiers defense. Missed tackles, problems stopping the run and injuries to AJ Harris and Jamari Sharpe created some early concerns despite Indiana allowing only 16 points.

The offense was a completely different story.

Josh Hoover was outstanding in his Indiana debut, completing 13 of 16 passes for 231 yards and...

Indiana Football has officially reached Week 1, but the Hoosiers have something massive happening off the field as well.

Curt Cignetti and Indiana are expected to welcome roughly 35-40 high school recruits to Bloomington for the season opener against North Texas, including several major prospects and current Indiana commits.

Jacob Goins breaks down why having committed players such as Monshun Sales and others back on campus could become another recruiting weapon for the Hoosiers. Plus, we take a closer look at two major visitors to know: 2028 EDGE Luke Nabors and 2029 linebacker Austin Phillips.

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Indiana Football is finally back.

The defending national champion Hoosiers open the 2026 season against North Texas at Memorial Stadium, and Jacob Goins gives his official prediction for Curt Cignetti, Josh Hoover and Indiana in Week 1.

Could North Texas present some challenges for the Hoosiers? Absolutely. But after everything we've heard throughout fall camp, Jacob believes Indiana is ready to come out firing and remind college football exactly why the Hoosiers are defending national champions.

We break down what to expect from Josh Hoover and the Indiana offense, the Hoosiers' offensive line, the three-headed...

Big Ten football returns with heavyweight matchups and major questions: Can UCLA’s Bruins outduel the California Golden Bears in a battle of seasoned quarterbacks and new-look coaching staffs? Is Cal’s offense, powered by transfers like Ian Strong and Dorian Thomas, poised to shock the conference? The Big 10 Squad debates the hottest showdowns, bold picks, and the ongoing “beauty bias” hype around UCLA’s Bob Chesney.

From upset alerts with Michigan State vs. Toledo to whether Fresno State can spoil USC’s home opener, the crew forecasts which Big Ten giants might stumble against the spread. The panel spotli...

Indiana Football opens the 2026 season against North Texas as a massive favorite — but could this actually be a trap game for Curt Cignetti and the defending national champions?

On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins explains why the uncertainty surrounding North Texas makes the Mean Green an intriguing Week 1 opponent. With a new coaching staff, a dramatically rebuilt roster and former Indiana quarterback Tayven Jackson on the other side, the Hoosiers have plenty to prepare for before kickoff.

We also dive into ESPN's look inside Curt Cignetti's unusual Indiana practice philosophy. Why do the Hoosiers pr...

Indiana Football enters the 2026 college football season as the DEFENDING NATIONAL CHAMPION — but are people already doubting Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers again?

Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers is joined by Spencer McLaughlin of Locked On College Football to break down why Indiana is still being underestimated nationally, whether the Hoosiers can handle becoming the hunted, and why Josh Hoover doesn't need to be Fernando Mendoza for IU to contend for another national championship.

They discuss Hoover taking over the Indiana offense, the importance of replacing stars like Aiden Fisher and D'Angelo Ponds, AJ Ha...

Indiana football enters the 2026 season as the defending national champion — but can Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers do it again?

On this Locked On College Crossover, Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers is joined by Brian Smith of The Portal Podcast to break down Indiana's loaded transfer portal class and whether the Hoosiers have built another championship-caliber roster.

Josh Hoover takes over at quarterback, Turbo Richard joins a deep Indiana backfield, Nick Marsh adds another major weapon at wide receiver and the Hoosiers have reinforced the roster on both sides of the football.

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Indiana Football hasn't lost a game since December 2024. After an undefeated regular season, a Big Ten Championship and a perfect run through the College Football Playoff, Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers enter 2026 as the defending national champions.

But eventually, Indiana is going to lose again.

On this bonus episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins discusses what that first loss could look like, how Indiana fans will react, why the rest of the Big Ten will be waiting to celebrate it and why one loss would NOT mean Indiana's championship window has closed.

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Indiana Football is FINALLY back. Curt Cignetti met with the media ahead of the Hoosiers' season opener against North Texas, and one thing is clear: Indiana is ready to stop practicing and finally see what this team can do on the field.

On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down Cignetti's comments about Indiana's offensive line, defensive depth, secondary and the challenges of preparing for a North Texas roster loaded with transfers. Former Indiana quarterback Tayven Jackson also adds another wrinkle to the Week 1 matchup.

Plus, 18 former Indiana Hoosiers have made NFL 53-man rosters...

Indiana Football enters Week 1 with plenty of hype surrounding Curt Cignetti's roster, but one position group isn't getting nearly enough attention: safety.

Amare Ferrell returns as one of the most important pieces of Indiana's secondary, but the Hoosiers have intriguing options around him. Byron Baldwin has impressed during fall camp, Preston Zachman brings experience from Wisconsin, and Quan Sanks provides another option in the rotation. The group could once again become a major strength for Indiana's defense.

Jacob Goins breaks down Indiana's safety room and why the secondary could become a major weapon for the...

Week 1 is finally here, and Indiana football looks ready to begin its national championship defense.

After an unusually smooth and quiet fall camp, Curt Cignetti and the Indiana Hoosiers appear to be exactly where they need to be entering Saturday's season opener against North Texas. Josh Hoover continues to settle in at quarterback, Indiana's roster is loaded with talent and leadership, and the Hoosiers have also avoided significant injuries entering the season.

Can Indiana pick up right where it left off after winning the national championship?

Jacob Goins explains why the Hoosiers look...

Indiana Football running back Khobie Martin is getting national attention as a potential breakout player for the 2026 college football season — but the Hoosiers may have much more than one breakout running back.

On this bonus episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins explains why Indiana could have the deepest running back room in the Big Ten with Turbo Richard, Khobie Martin and Lee Beebe Jr., and why the running game could be critical to helping Josh Hoover lead another elite Indiana offense.

Plus, Locked On released its Top 100 players in college football. Carter Smith checks in...

The 2026 college football season is here, and the Big Ten could once again be the best conference in the country.

On this Locked On College crossover, Jacob Goins of Locked On Hoosiers is joined by Zach Seyko of Locked On Nittany Lions for a complete preview of the 2026 Big Ten football season.

Can Indiana repeat as Big Ten champions? Are Oregon and Ohio State the Hoosiers' biggest threats? Which teams could crash the College Football Playoff race?

Jacob and Zach break down the Big Ten hierarchy, debate the conference's best quarterbacks, discuss Oregon...

Big Ten sets the tone for college football as Tony Petitti leads a bold rule change, shutting out returning NFL players and prompting other power conferences to follow. Can this decisive action keep chaos at bay across the NCAA? Analysts weigh in on the repercussions for stars like Aaron Graves and examine how this “adult in the room” move shapes transfer eligibility and enforcement, with head coach suspensions and hefty fines on the table for violators. Week 0 kicks off with USC facing San Jose State, while Indiana’s projected 10.5 win total sparks lively debate. The squad discusses Big Ten conten...

247Sports released its 2026 College Football Team Talent Composite, and the Indiana Hoosiers landed at an unbelievable No. 41.

On this bonus episode of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins reacts to Indiana's placement and explains why a ranking based heavily on players' high-school recruiting profiles fails to capture what Curt Cignetti and his staff have built in Bloomington.

Indiana is coming off a national championship season with proven stars across the roster, yet teams including Minnesota, Cal, Arkansas and Virginia Tech appear ahead of the Hoosiers in the Team Talent Composite.

Does Indiana really have...

Sam Alexis is currently ineligible to play for Indiana Basketball — but the story is far from over.

On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins breaks down the latest twist in Alexis' ongoing eligibility battle after the NCAA appealed the court order that had allowed him and other players to receive an additional year of eligibility.

What exactly happened? Can Alexis still practice with Indiana? Could he play if the Hoosiers had a game today? And why is there still optimism that Darian DeVries will ultimately have the veteran big man available this season?

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Don Fischer has been the voice of Indiana University athletics for more than five decades. Now, the incredible story of the legendary IU broadcaster is being told in a new documentary: Timeless: Don Fischer's Half-Century Broadcasting IU Sports.

On this special edition of Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins sits down with documentary producer Mark Alesia to discuss how the project came together, what Indiana fans will see, and why Fischer's impact reaches far beyond the football field and basketball court.

The conversation dives into Fischer's 54 seasons behind the microphone, some of his most iconic calls...