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HOOSIER FOOTBALL TAILGATE
by SHANNON GRIFFITH TheHoosier.com
Join us for a season of touchdowns, tailgates, and triumphs. "Hoosier Football Tailgate" is where IU Football comes alive, and you're invited to the biggest tailgate party in Hoosier Nation. Grab your favorite snack, wear your Cream and Crimson with pride, and let's cheer the Hoosiers to victory! 🔴⚪🏈📣 Connect with Us:Follow us on social media to stay engaged with the Hoosier Football Tailgate community: Twitter: @HoosierTailgate Youtube: @HoosierFootballTailgate
Episodes
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HOOSIER TAILGATE: HOOSIERS WIN NEBRASKA RECAP
🎙️ Hoosier Football Tailgate | Indiana Survives Nebraska, Ohio State Comes to Bloomington! Coach Griff welcomes Zach Browning of Indiana on Sports Illustrated to break down Indiana's hard-fought 20–17 victory over Nebraska and preview one of the biggest games in Indiana football history! The...
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Hoosier Tailgate: Great News For Hoosiers then route Rutgers
THAT’S THE STANDARD. Indiana went on the road and routed Rutgers 47–15, moving to 5-0 and extending the Hoosiers’ winning streak to 21 straight games. Coach Griff breaks down Indiana’s dominant offensive performance, led by Josh Hoover’s four touchdown passes and Turbo Richard’s 204 rushing…
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Hoosier Tailgate: Rutgers Preview
Indiana takes its 4-0 record on the road to Rutgers, and Coach Griff breaks down the matchup from a coach’s perspective on this edition of Hoosier Football Tailgate. We examine what Indiana must correct from the Northwestern win, compare the Hoosiers and Scarlet Knights statistically, identify...
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Hoosier Tailgate: Hoosiers Get Great News Plus Northwestern Recap
Indiana is 4-0—but winning doesn’t eliminate the correction. Coach Griff breaks down the Hoosiers’ 29-23 win over Northwestern, from Lee Beebe Jr.’s 203-yard rushing performance to the defensive issues that kept the game close. Indiana controlled the ground game, but missed opportunities to…
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Hoosier Football Tailgate: Big Ten Play begins Northwestern Preview
On this edition of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down Indiana’s Big Ten matchup with Northwestern after the Hoosiers completed nonconference play 3-0. We go inside the Wildcats with a full opponent scouting report, including QB Aidan Chiles, the Northwestern skill players Indiana...
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Hoosier Tailgate:Indiana shuts out Western Kentucky, 38-0—but what does the film say?
Coach Griff breaks down the Hoosiers’ win, compares the pregame goals with the results, and delivers his Five Goals Report Card. Plus: Josh Hoover’s quarterback play, Turbo Richard’s ground game, Charlie Becker’s explosive impact, and a defense that kept WKU off the scoreboard. Inside Coach…
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Hoosier Tailgate: WKU Preview 9-18-26
Coach Griff previews Indiana vs. Western Kentucky on Hoosier Football Tailgate. We break down the matchup, players to watch, keys to the game, and what the Hoosiers need to show before Big Ten play. #iufb #Hoosiers #WKUHilltoppers #CurtCignetti
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Hoosier Tailgate: What Did We Learn From Win over Howard?
Indiana dominated Howard 55–0, but the final score only tells part of the story. On this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff goes beyond the box score to examine what Indiana can actually take away from the performance. We break down Josh Hoover and the offense, including the...
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Hoosier Tailgate Howard Bison Preview 9-11-26
Spotify Description — Indiana vs. Howard Preview 🏈 Hoosier Football Tailgate — Indiana vs. Howard Preview No. 5 Indiana returns to Memorial Stadium as the Hoosiers host the Howard Bison in Week 2 of the 2026 season. Coach Griff breaks down what Indiana must improve following its 52–16...
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Hoosier Tailgate:Reigning National Champion Hoosiers: The Unknown Is the Challenge
Indiana begins its 2026 national championship defense against North Texas, but Week 1 presents a unique challenge: How do you prepare for an opponent with a new coaching staff, rebuilt roster and no current game film? On this edition of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff goes inside the...
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Indiana Football: Camp Is Over — The Real Test Begins
Indiana Football is moving from fall camp into Week 1 preparation, and Coach Griff breaks down where Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers stand heading into the 2026 season. We examine Josh Hoover’s progress at quarterback, Indiana’s offensive and defensive two-deep, key position battles, players who...
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🏈 Indiana Football 2026: Defensive Depth Chart Preview
Coach Griff breaks down the 2026 Indiana Hoosiers defense position-by-position, examining the projected two-deep in the secondary, at linebacker and along a potentially dominant defensive line. Plus, Coach Griff’s 5 Things That Matter: • Indiana opens #6 in the AP Preseason Top 25 • What does a...
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Hoosier Tailgate: Can The Hoosiers Reload On Offense? Hoosier Offensive Positions!
The Hoosier Tailgate is back as Coach Griff breaks down the biggest questions surrounding the Indiana Hoosiers offense heading into the 2026 season. Can Indiana reload after losing key production? Coach Griff takes a position-by-position look at the offensive depth chart, including the…
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Hoosier Tailgate: Part 4 of 2026 Schedule Preview
Indiana's 2026 Schedule Preview series concludes as Coach Griff breaks down the Hoosiers' final three regular-season opponents—USC, Washington, and Purdue. We analyze each team's 2025 season, returning production, transfer portal additions, coaching staffs, and the key matchups that could shape...
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Hoosier Tailgate Part 3 Schedule Preview & Big Ten Media Days
Tonight on Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff continues the 2026 Indiana football schedule preview with Part Three, breaking down a pivotal Big Ten stretch against Ohio State, Michigan, and Minnesota. The Hoosiers host Ohio State on October 17 before heading to Ann Arbor to face Michigan on...
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2026 Indiana Football Schedule Preview — Part 2: The Big Ten Begins
The non-conference schedule gets you ready. The Big Ten schedule defines you. On this edition of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff continues the four-part 2026 Indiana Football Schedule Preview as the Hoosiers open conference play with three very different challenges: 🏈 Northwestern — Sept....
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Hoosier Tailgate Season 4 Schedule Preview Part 1 Non-Conference e
Coach Griff kicks off a brand-new four-part 2026 Indiana Football Schedule Preview Series by breaking down the Hoosiers' first three opponents: North Texas, Howard University, and Western Kentucky. In this episode, you'll get a coach's perspective on each matchup, including coaching staffs, key...
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Part 2: How Would You Attack Bryant Haines’ Defense? | Hoosier Tailgate – ESPN Film Room Special
What does it take to move the football against one of the nation’s premier defensive coordinators? On this special edition of Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Shannon Griffith takes you inside the offensive meeting room for an ESPN Film Room-style breakdown of how he would build a game plan to attack...
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The Bryant Haines Effect (Part 1) | Why Indiana’s Defense Dominated College Football
🏈 The Bryant Haines Effect (Part 1) | Why Indiana’s Defense Dominated College Football How did Indiana Football build one of the most dominant defenses in college football and power its way to a perfect 16-0 season and a National Championship? In Part 1 of this special two-part series, Coach...
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Hoosier Tailgate | The 10 Biggest Questions Facing Indiana Football in 2026
Indiana enters the 2026 season as the defending National Champions, but can the Hoosiers stay on top of college football? On this episode of Hoosier Tailgate, Shannon Griffith breaks down the 10 biggest questions facing Indiana Football in 2026, from the transition to quarterback Josh Hoover to...
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HOOSIERS GET SOME GREAT NEWS!
🏈 Hoosier Football Tailgate – 2027 Recruiting Special Indiana Football's 2027 recruiting class continues to gain momentum, and tonight Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down all 11 commitments currently in the class, including four blue-chip prospects who are helping shape the future of the program....
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The Hoosiers have become THE HUNTED
After a week off, Hoosier Tailgate is back with a packed show as Coach Shannon Griffith dives into what may be the biggest offseason question surrounding Indiana football heading into 2026: Can Curt Cignetti and the Hoosiers handle becoming “The Hunted”? Indiana is no longer the underdog. The...
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Indiana Football is everywhere right now.
LIVE from the TheHoosier.com Studios powered by TheHoosier.com & On3, Coach Shannon Griffith is joined by Colin McMahon from TheHoosier.com for a loaded edition of Hoosier Football Tailgate LIVE. The Hoosiers visited the White House on Tuesday as National Champions, Curt Cignetti prepares for his...
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BIG TEN RESET: Post-Spring Power Tiers | Hoosier Football Tailgate
Spring football is officially over, and now the real debate begins. On this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff resets the entire Big Ten Conference heading into the summer and breaks every team into POWER TIERS based on culture, quarterback play, roster strength, physicality, and...
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Hoosier Tailgate: Spring Game What Matters and What Doesn't
In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the real takeaways from Bloomington, focusing on what translates to winning football in the Big Ten. We dive into: The quarterback competition and who’s earning trust Explosive playmakers like Tyler Morris and the WR group What...
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Spring Game Recap
The pads were popping in Bloomington—and Coach Griff has your full breakdown of Indiana Football’s Spring Game. In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, we dive into the biggest takeaways from inside Memorial Stadium, including a detailed look at the quarterback battle, emerging playmakers,...
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RB1 Debate: Is Khobie Martin "The Guy?"
Is Khobie Martin RB1 for Indiana… or is this still a committee backfield? In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the Hoosiers’ running back room from every angle—starting with the new 2026 rule changes and how they could impact the game. Then we dive into Indiana: Spring...
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Big Ten Coaching Changes: What It Means for Indiana Football
In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the impact of new head coaches at Michigan, Michigan State, and Penn State, and what it all means for Indiana heading into the 2026 season. We dive into: • Michigan’s growth around QB Bryce Underwood • Michigan State’s reset...
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Hoosiers To Answer Big Questions in Spring
Indiana Football is entering Spring Practice 2026 with a completely different reality… The Hoosiers are no longer the hunter—they’re the hunted. In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the biggest questions facing Indiana as they look to defend their standard heading...
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HOOSIER TAILGATE SPRING PREVIEW WITH ZACH BROWNING FROM THEHOOSIER.COM
Spring Practice is here in Bloomington—and it’s more than just football. In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff is joined by Zach Browning from TheHoosier.com to break down everything you need to know as Indiana opens Spring Practice. We start with the latest around college...
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Portal Finale: Burnham & Hjelle Bolster Indiana’s DL | Hoosier Football Tailgate
Indiana football wraps up its transfer portal additions with two key defensive pieces — Joshua Burnham (Notre Dame) and Joe Hjelle (Tulsa) — as the Hoosiers continue building a Big Ten-ready defensive front. 🔴 Burnham (6’4, 260 | RS Senior) brings edge size, length, and pass rush upside 🔴…
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Portal Lockdown: AJ Harris & Jiquan Sanks breakdown
Indiana continues to build its defense through the transfer portal, and on this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff takes a closer look at two new additions to the Hoosier secondary. Former Penn State corner AJ Harris brings size, length, and Big Ten experience to the outside, while...
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Built To Hunt: Hoosiers Reload Pass Rush
On this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down two key transfer portal additions to the Indiana Hoosiers football defense — edge rushers Chiddi Obiazor and Tobi Osunsanmi, both arriving from the Kansas State Wildcats. Coach Griff analyzes their 2025 production, film traits,...
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Separating Fact From Fiction: NCAA Threats, Vacated Wins & Indiana's Title
Louis Moore has officially dropped his lawsuit against the NCAA — but what does that actually mean for Indiana Football? In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the legal timeline, explains why the NCAA is still pursuing appellate clarity, and separates fact from...
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NO FLY ZONE: ZACHMAN & WILLIAMS LOCK DOWN THE SECONDARY
Indiana continues to build through the transfer portal — and in this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff takes you inside the film room to break down two key additions to the Hoosiers secondary. Wisconsin safety Preston Zachman and Montana State corner Carson Williams bring…
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Portal Power: Brunner anchors the line, Schott adss a Weapon
Indiana continues to build through the transfer portal — and in Week 3 of our Portal Impact Series, we break down two additions that matter in the trenches and in the red zone. Coach Griff takes a film-driven look at: 🧱 Joe Brunner (OL – Wisconsin) – Big Ten toughness and technique – Offensive...
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HOOSIER TAILGATE:Portal Power at WR + Recruiting Recap
Indiana football is attacking the transfer portal — and tonight on Hoosier Tailgate Live, we break it all down with film. We dive into Indiana’s newest wide receiver additions: Nick Marsh (Michigan State) Shazz Preston (Tulane) Using game film, Coach Griff breaks down how each receiver wins…
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🎙️ Hoosier Tailgate Live | Hoover & Turbo: Indiana’s Portal Power Duo
Hoosier Nation — it’s time to break down two of Indiana Football’s most impactful portal additions. Tonight on Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Griff kicks off a brand-new series: Hoosiers Portal Commitments — starting with QB Josh Hoover and RB Turbo Richards. In this episode: ✅ Josh Hoover full…
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Earned Not Given: Indiana Football’s Perfect 16-0 National Title
Indiana Football has reached the mountaintop. At Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, the Hoosiers completed a season for the ages, defeating the Miami Hurricanes 27–21to claim the National Championship and become the first team in college football history to finish 16–0. In this episode of Hoosier…
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NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW: INDIANA VS MIAMI
The stage is set at Hard Rock Stadium as #1 Indiana faces #12 Miami with a National Championship on the line. In this Hoosier Tailgate National Championship Preview, Coach Griff breaks down the game the only way that matters — stats, film, and execution. 🔍 What’s covered in this episode: 📊...
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HOOSIER TAILGATE: PONDS SETS TONE EARLY IN PEACH BOWL RECAP
Indiana made a statement on the biggest stage. The Hoosiers dismantled Oregon 56–22 in the Peach Bowl, turning a College Football Playoff semifinal into a showcase of dominance — and punching their ticket to the National Championship in Miami. On the very first play of the game, D’Angelo Ponds…
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HOOSIER TAILGATE: PEACH BOWL PREVIEW
Indiana and Oregon meet again — this time with a spot in the national championship on the line. In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Shannon Griffith previews the CFP Peach Bowl Semifinal rematch, breaking down why this game will be different than September. From key statistical…
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HOOSIERS THROTTLE BAMA AND PORTAL NEWS
Indiana didn’t just win the Rose Bowl — the Hoosiers made a national statement. On one of college football’s biggest stages, #1 Indiana dominated #9 Alabama 38–3, controlling the game from the opening snap and never allowing the Crimson Tide to find rhythm. It was a performance built on…
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HOOSIER TAILGATE: TheHoosier.com Roundtable: Rose Bowl Preview, 2025 Path & Portal Needs
Indiana is undefeated, Big Ten Champions, and headed to college football’s biggest stage. In this episode of TheHoosier.com Roundtable, Coach Shannon “Coach Griff” Griffith is joined by Zach Browning, Colin McMahon, and Drew Rosenberg to preview the Rose Bowl matchup between Indiana and Alabama…
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Rose Bowl HOOSIER TAILGATE: Preview Show: #1 Indiana vs #9 Alabama & Keys to the CFP Game
The stage is set in Pasadena.Hoosier Tailgate Live breaks down one of the biggest games in program history as #1 Indiana faces #9 Alabama in the Rose Bowl and the College Football Playoff.Hosted by Coach Griff, this live preview delivers a coach’s-eye view of what truly decides CFP games —...
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Transfer Portal: A look at what Indiana maybe Targeting in the Portal that opens Jan. 2-16
The January transfer portal window is here, and Indiana football enters a critical roster-building stretch.In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down Indiana’s transfer portal priorities position by position, explaining where the Hoosiers should be aggressive, where…
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HOOSIERT TAILGATE: THE ROAD TO PASADENA
After Alabama defeats Oklahoma in the first round of the CFP, the Hoosiers now turn their attention to a Rose Bowl showdown against the Crimson Tide at the historic Rose Bowl Stadium.In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Griff sets the stage with an introduction to Alabama, reacts to…
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Indiana's Historic Big Ten Championship Run: Mendoza's Heisman & the Rose Bowl Dream
The Hoosiers are Big Ten Champions, knocking off #1 Ohio State 13–10, and less than 24 hours later, Fernando Mendoza becomes the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana football history.On tonight’s show, Coach Shannon Griffith dives into: • Indiana’s Big Ten Championship win over Ohio State •…
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Hoosier Football Tailgate | Big Ten Championship Recap & CFP Fallout
Indiana Football made history Saturday night, and on this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down what it took to win a Big Ten Championship on college football’s biggest stage. This show dives into how Indiana controlled the game against Ohio State, why…
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HOOSIER TAILGATE: #2 Indiana vs #1 Ohio State Big Ten Championship Preview
BIG TEN CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK IS HERE. Coach Shannon Griffith breaks down the massive showdown between #2 Indiana and #1 Ohio State inside Lucas Oil Stadium. This special hour-long preview features in-depth analysis, matchups to watch, keys to victory, and insight from Zach Browning and Dylan Sinn in...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join us for a season of touchdowns, tailgates, and triumphs. "Hoosier Football Tailgate" is where IU Football comes alive, and you're invited to the biggest tailgate party in Hoosier Nation. Grab your favorite snack, wear your Cream and Crimson with pride, and let's cheer the Hoosiers to victory! 🔴⚪🏈📣 Connect with Us:Follow us on social media to stay engaged with the Hoosier Football Tailgate community: Twitter: @HoosierTailgate Youtube: @HoosierFootballTailgate
HOSTED BY
SHANNON GRIFFITH TheHoosier.com
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