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Indiana survived its toughest test of the season, rallying past Nebraska 20–17 in Lincoln to improve to 6–0 overall and 3–0 in the Big Ten.Rhett Lewis explains how the Hoosiers endured a difficult first half, adjusted to Nebraska’s perimeter attack and dominated the game’s decisive final stretch. He also examines Josh Hoover’s composure, Nick Marsh’s two game-changing touchdowns, Mike Shanahan’s brilliant fourth-down call and the defensive adjustments that allowed Indiana to close the door.Plus, what the Nebraska game revealed about Indiana’s remaining concerns—and what must improve before Ohio State arrives at Memorial Stadium.

No. 15 Indiana welcomes top-ranked and undefeated Nebraska to a sold-out Wilkinson Hall for one of the biggest matches in program history.Rhett Lewis sits down with Indiana head coach Steve Aird to discuss the remarkable growth of IU volleyball, the energy surrounding Hoosier athletics and what his team must do to challenge the deepest roster in the country. Aird also explains how Curt Cignetti’s football program has influenced his own approach, why Indiana chose Wilkinson Hall over Assembly Hall and the aggressive strategy that could give the Hoosiers a chance to pull off the upset.

Indiana football improved to 5–0 with a dominant 47–15 road victory over Rutgers. Rhett Lewis breaks down a complete performance led by Josh Hoover, Turbo Richard and overwhelming play on both sides of the line of scrimmage.The Hoosiers outrushed Rutgers 329–59, generated 261 yards on 12 explosive runs and produced two 100-yard rushers alongside two 100-yard receivers. Rhett examines Indiana’s offensive-line dominance, Turbo’s 200-yard performance, the emergence of Trevor Gibbs, Hoover’s best game of the season and another disruptive showing from the defensive front. Plus, the secondary issue that still needs attention and an early look at the upcoming Nebraska matchup.Subscribe for more Indiana football analysis, reaction and film study from The Big Red Carpet.

Indiana football faced its first real test of the season and responded with a physical Big Ten victory over Northwestern. Rhett Lewis breaks down the toughness and relentless effort that moved the Hoosiers to 4–0, led by a remarkable 200-yard performance from Lee Beebe Jr.Indiana piled up 293 rushing yards, with Josh Hoover, Nick Marsh and the offensive line all contributing to a defining second-half effort. Rhett also examines Hoover’s growth, IU’s pass-protection and red-zone concerns, the defensive problems created by Aidan Chiles and the areas that must improve before the Hoosiers travel to Rutgers.Subscribe for more Indiana football analysis, film study and reaction from The Big Red Carpet.

Indiana football finished nonconference play 3–0 with a 38–0 win over Western Kentucky—and Rhett Lewis explains why the criticism of quarterback Josh Hoover is missing the larger picture.Hoover continued to operate IU’s offense efficiently, while the Hoosiers recorded their second straight shutout behind a decisive goal-line stand, 21 pressures and three fourth-down stops. Rhett also breaks down Indiana’s dominant second-half rushing attack, big performances from Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker, the upcoming Northwestern matchup and the latest results around the Big Ten.Subscribe for more Indiana football film study, analysis and reaction from The Big Red Carpet.