INDIANA HOOSIERS football faces safety crisis after season opener. Can their dominant ground game carry them through?

Jacob Goins breaks down the Hoosiers' impressive 309-yard rushing performance and the potential impact of injuries in the defensive backfield. The host analyzes Fernando Mendoza's quarterback debut, highlighting standout plays from Roman Hemby, Kaelon Black, and Lee Beebe Jr. Goins also tackles the College Football Playoff landscape, offering insights on top-ranked teams and Indiana's path forward.

Tune in for expert analysis on the Hoosiers' offensive strategy and how they stack up against upcoming opponents.

0:00 Injury news for Indiana Hoosiers defense

15:53 Passing game potential and receiving corps outlook

20:28 College Football Playoff bracketology predictions

25:36 Indiana's path to playoff contention

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