Indiana vs. Nebraska: Battle of the Unbeatens | Hoosier Football Tailgate Preview
Two undefeated teams. One major Big Ten showdown. Who stays perfect?
Indiana (5-0) heads to Lincoln, Nebraska, Saturday for a highly anticipated matchup against the undefeated Nebraska Cornhuskers (5-0). Kickoff is scheduled for Noon ET on FOX, with the game featured on FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff.
The Hoosiers are coming off a dominant 47-15 victory over Rutgers, producing 593 yards of total offense. Now Curt Cignetti’s team faces another significant challenge against Matt Rhule’s Cornhuskers inside Memorial Stadium.
Can Indiana’s winning formula travel to Lincoln?
Join Coach Griff for Hoosier Football Tailgate, Thursday at 7:30 PM ET, as we break down this important Big Ten matchup from a coach’s perspective.
What We’re Covering
We’ll begin with Coach Griff’s 5 Things That Matter, examining the biggest stories across college football, including major national matchups, the Big Ten race and the latest developments affecting the College Football Playoff picture.
Then we’ll turn our attention to Indiana and Nebraska.
Coach Griff will compare both teams statistically, examine Nebraska’s offensive and defensive personnel, and take viewers inside the Film Room to identify the matchups that could determine Saturday’s outcome.
Coach Griff’s 3 Keys to Victory
1. Contain Anthony Colandrea: Indiana must maintain defensive discipline, control rushing lanes and finish tackles against Nebraska’s dual-threat quarterback.
2. Win the Line of Scrimmage: The Hoosiers must establish physical control on both sides of the football.
3. Play Complementary Football: Indiana’s offense and defense must work together, control field position and capitalize on opportunities.
We’ll also establish measurable offensive, defensive and special teams Game Goals before Coach Griff delivers his final prediction.
📺 Watch Hoosier Football Tailgate
Thursday, October 8 | 7:30 PM ET
Watch live on the Hoosier Football Tailgate YouTube channel.
Saturday Radio Broadcast: Catch the show at 7:30 AM ET on 1380 The Fan / 100.9 FM, followed at 8:30 AM by Fighting Irish Preview with The Judge Phil Houke and Tim Priester.
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