Indiana enters its matchup with North Texas with five areas that could determine the game. Coach Griff breaks down why establishing the run, limiting explosive plays and winning situational football will be critical for the Hoosiers.
The defending national champion Indiana Hoosiers open the 2026 season against North Texas. Coach Griff breaks down the key matchups, players to watch, five keys to victory and what Indiana must establish from the opening snap.
Week 1 is not about perfection. It is about communication, alignment, assignments, adjustments and discipline. Coach Griff explains the non-negotiables that head coaches evaluate when a team finally takes the field.
North Texas brings a new staff, a rebuilt roster and former Indiana quarterback Tayven Jackson to Bloomington. Why that makes Week 1 harder to scout.
Indiana opens its national title defense against a North Texas team with a new staff, new personnel and little current film to study. Coach Griff examines how quickly the Hoosiers can identify what they’re seeing, adjust and take control.
Indiana is no longer chasing respect. The defending national champions enter 2026 with a new quarterback, a loaded defense and one of the Big Ten’s toughest schedules.
A position-by-position look at Indiana’s 2026 defense, the projected two-deep and the personnel that could make Bryant Haines’ unit even more dangerous.
Eight Big Ten teams open the season ranked, but the conference race begins with three national-title contenders. Here is Coach Griff’s preseason order.
Forget the preseason noise. These are the five Indiana football questions that will shape the Hoosiers’ national-title defense.
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