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Curt Cignetti Responds to Pat McAfee After Indy 500 Appearance Draws Attention
Curt Cignetti was living his best life as he took to the wheel and drove around in preparation for the Indy 500 event, with the actual race going off just as well for the Indiana Hoosiers head coach. Cignetti looked at home as he teamed up with Sarah Fisher in a Chevrolet Corvette, with Pat […]
Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza graduates, but not from Indiana
Before being drafted No. 1 overall by the Las Vegas Raiders, quarterback Fernando Mendoza made a name for himself at Indiana. However, that wasn’t where Mendoza’s college journey began. The quarterback initially committed to California and spent two years with the Golden Bears. On Sunday, he graduated from the university with a degree in Business […] The post Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza graduates, but not from Indiana appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Curt Cignetti Drops Four-Word Comment After Receiving Honor Shared by Jim Harbaugh
Curt Cignetti wrote himself into the Indiana history books after leading the Hoosiers to the National Championship last season, and it’s only fitting that he deserves as much recognition as he can possibly get for the historic achievement. While his accolades on the football pitch as a coach speak for themselves, he will now have […]
Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Connection Quietly Tries to Sway 3-Star Recruit Before Bill Belichick Decision
Indiana’s Curt Cignetti link subtly surfaces as a 3-star recruit considers UNC and Bill Belichick before making his final commitment call.
“Slap**ck”: Ben DiNucci Recalls Curt Cignetti’s Brutal Barb During JMU Practice
Prior to winning the National Championship with the Indiana Hoosiers, Curt Cignetti was tearing it up at James Madison University, and an interesting story about his early days at the program have now emerged. At the time, JMU heavily depended on their quarterback Ben DiNucci, and with a place in the NFL Draft looming, the […]
Simple Reality Around Josh Hoover Gives Curt Cignetti Massive Confidence
Josh Hoover’s transfer to Indiana has created major excitement around Curt Cignetti’s program, and analyst Paul from Big Ten Guys believes the quarterback’s turnover issues at TCU were more about circumstance than talent. With a better defense, stronger protection, and improved coaching around him, Hoover could take a major leap in 2026.
Curt Cignetti Q&A: Indiana Hoosiers Coach Looks Ahead to 2026 Season
[Editor's note: This article is from Athlon Sports' 2026 College Football Preview magazine. Order your copy online today, or grab an issue at newsstands and retailers nationwide.] Curt Cignetti has “spring anxiety” every year — even this year, after guiding Indiana to its first national ...
Fernando Mendoza Void Shrinks as Curt Cignetti Builds More Talented Indiana Squad
Cignetti’s deeper Indiana roster and Josh Hoover at QB reduce the impact of Mendoza’s exit as recruiting lifts overall team talent.
“Was Cheating at Indiana”: Curt Cignetti Gets Reality Check Amid Growing Nick Saban Comparison
Curt Cignetti is drawing increased Nick Saban comparisons, but the spotlight is also bringing a reality check as expectations around Indiana continue to rise.
Curt Cignetti Sends Message to Mario Cristobal and 3 Rival Coaches With Big Indiana Move
Curt Cignetti’s latest recruiting surge at Indiana signals a stronger push on the national stage, putting Mario Cristobal and three other rival coaches on notice.
Curt Cignetti Makes Clear CFP Expansion Stance After Mike Greenberg Remarks
Curt Cignetti backed Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti’s push for a 24-team College Football Playoff, despite growing concerns from voices like Mike Greenberg that further expansion could change the identity of college football.
Indiana Football Predicted to Receive Commitment From Nation’s No. 1 WR
The Indiana Hoosiers have gotten off to a solid start in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Curt Cignetti and his staff have landed four commitments, with the group ranking 11th in the Big Ten and 34th in the nation, according to Rivals. However, they've yet to make a big splash, as four-star cornerback ...
“Roll Tide!!!” — Indiana HC Curt Cignetti Takes Shot at Alabama in Front of President Trump
Curt Cignetti mocks Alabama during White House event after Indiana’s big win, sparking buzz across college football.
“Courts Screw Us” — Donald Trump Roasts College Football’s NIL Era Right in Front of Indiana Hoosiers Players
Donald Trump pokes fun at the NIL era during Indiana Hoosiers’ White House celebration after Curt Cignetti’s trophy joke.
President Trump Reacts to Curt Cignetti’s Viral NIL Comment About Championship Trophy
Donald Trump responds after Curt Cignetti’s viral NIL trophy comment sparks major buzz across college football fans.
“Pay-for-Play” Allegations Around Curt Cignetti Create New Controversy for Fernando Mendoza
Pay-for-play claims around Curt Cignetti spark new controversy involving Fernando Mendoza’s recruitment situation.
ESPN ranks Indiana football No. 1 winner of offseason
Despite facing doubters all season long, Indiana football continued to prove everyone wrong on its way to a national championship. The Hoosiers ran the table to finish 16-0, capping off a magical season under Curt Cignetti with a win over Miami (FL) in the title game. But Cignetti and company aren’t satisfied with just one […] The post ESPN ranks Indiana football No. 1 winner of offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Curt Cignetti Title Run Called Comic Book Story Amid Pay for Play Allegations
Curt Cignetti’s title run draws comic-book tag as pay-for-play claims spark debate over Indiana’s championship rise.
Anonymous ACC coach pumps the brakes on Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza love
Fernando Mendoza is headed to the Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. While the franchise and its fans are psyched about their potential franchise quarterback, at least one ACC coach who faced the Indiana QB while he was playing at Cal isn’t convinced he’s destined for NFL stardom. […] The post Anonymous ACC coach pumps the brakes on Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza love appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ohio State Star Jeremiah Smith Makes Feelings Clear on Indiana Revenge Game
Ryan Day’s Ohio State is one of the early favorites for the 2026 season. But as the Buckeyes look ahead to their 2026 slate, one matchup is circled in red ink: the trip to Bloomington. Now, Jeremiah Smith has issued a brief mission statement on the revenge match against Curt Cignetti’s Indiana. What Ohio State […]
National Analyst Gives 800,000 Reasons To Fear Indiana Amid $100M Prediction for Curt Cignetti
Amid reports of the Big Ten revenue share for the 2024-25 season, national analyst RJ Young has issued a stark warning to the traditional powers of college football: Curt Cignetti’s Indiana is no longer a basketball school content with moral victories. Why RJ Young Believes Curt Cignetti’s Indiana Will Hit the $100 Million Revenue Mark […]
Will Indiana Hoosiers Visit White House After the National Championship Win? Curt Cignetti’s Decision Explored
The Indiana Hoosiers football completed a perfect 16-0 run in the 2025 season, and won a national championship over Mario Cristobal’s Miami. Now, with the championship trophy in their hands, fans are eager to know whether the Hoosiers will follow the tradition of visiting the White House. The tradition first started in the year 1961, […]