Hoosiers Aim to Repeat History | Indiana Hoosiers Football News

Indiana’s defense of their national title feels like a dream still unfolding — and this year, they’re determined to prove it’s no fluke. Ranked sixth in the preseason AP Poll, the Hoosiers are poised for a historic run, despite being one of only five defending champs since 2000 to start outside the top five — and only one of those teams finished ranked. With coach Curt Cignetti insisting last year’s magic won’t repeat, IU’s motivation is electric: they’re not just chasing history — they’re rewriting it. Meanwhile, Ohio State, picked to win the Big Ten, faces a roster overhaul on defense and a new offensive coordinator — while Indiana’s defensive line returns intact. And Oregon? The Ducks are ranked higher despite losing both coordinators and getting crushed by IU twice last season. In a world where most voters don’t see Indiana as a repeat contender — or even a playoff threat — that’s exactly the fuel they need. After all, the last team to repeat, Georgia, lost more players to the NFL than anyone. This isn’t just about winning again — it’s about proving doubters wrong, one game at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1d7cd5aef4b516cd