Episodes

  • Indiana Pro Day Recap and Early Spring Ball Buzz w/ Jamie Jordan / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 75

    Indiana Pro Day Recap and Early Spring Ball Buzz w/ Jamie Jordan / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 75
    Apr 2 2026
    Episode Notes: Indiana Hoosiers Live #75 – Pro Day Recap & Early Spring Ball Buzz with Jamie Jordan Hosts: Alec Keezer, Bradley Loomis Guest: Jamie Jordan (Hoosier Huddle / IU Reactionary) Overall Tone & Themes Celebration of Indiana's rapid rise under Curt Cignetti.Pro Day as a historic showcase (NFL Network exclusive coverage, Fernando Mendoza as the main attraction).Emphasis on athletic testing, development, and "dudes" on the roster.Early spring ball buzz: Standards remain high, new house every year, depth and versatility everywhere except a couple of thin spots due to injuries.Mindset: No complacency post-national title; every player (walk-on or star) is held to the same standard. Pro Day Highlights & Takeaways Atmosphere & Coverage: NFL Network carried it exclusively – described as the "crown jewel" of pro days, driven largely by Mendoza's Heisman-level hype (-20,000 to go #1 overall). 32 NFL teams present.Athletic Testing (unofficial 40s – take with grain of salt): D'Angelo Pons: ~4.23–4.31 (elite; solidified as high Day 1/2 pick).EJ Williams: 4.42 (rotational WR on a title team; huge money day).Devon Boykin: Sub-4.4.Kalon Black: 4.41 + 27 bench reps.Elijah Surratt: ~4.45 (quelled speed concerns; production + athlete = high pick).Roman Hemby: 4.45.Aidan Fisher: 4.68 (fine for his football IQ/profile).Others: Lou Moore 4.46, Brady ~4.39 (return potential), Coogan struggled at 5.18. Key Themes from Testing: Strength & conditioning staff is elite – produced "freaks."Misconception that 2024 success was "just scheme" is dead; this team had legitimate athletes.Many non-combine guys posted legit numbers and improved their stock. Mendoza's Session: Commanding presence, called his own routes, high completion percentage (63/66 reported). Footwork under center looked good. Minor wobble on one deep ball attributed to NFL ball adjustment. Looked bigger/stronger.Projected Draft Impact: ~13 guys with realistic shots (Pons consensus 1st-rounder, Surratt high Day 2, etc.). EJ Williams, Boykin, Black, Hemby, etc., all helped themselves. Player Spotlights from Pro Day D'Angelo Pons: Twitch, instincts, ball production, and now verified speed/vertical → top corner regardless of size (5'9"). Plays bigger than listed.Elijah Surratt: Reliable, contested-catch winner, elite blocker, production at multiple levels. Speed check passed; polished route-runner with leadership.Running Backs (Black/Hemby): Sub-4.5 speed, production, pass-pro, blitz pickup. Hemby adds return value with new KO rules.Others: Kalon Black's burst + bench, EJ Williams' size/speed combo (WR4 on title team), etc. Early Spring Ball Buzz (2026 Team) Philosophy Reminder: New house every year. Standards don't drop after a title. No one is special – Sig chews out stars (e.g., Nick Marsh gold shoes incident) to set tone.Offense: OL: Baylor Wilkin taking LT1 reps with Carter Smith recovering (labrum). Depth improving with versatility (Liebfried swing, etc.).TE: Injuries thin the room (Gibbs, Elmore). Barker & Theory getting heavy reps; Brock Shot (when healthy) looks the part. Young but high-upside group.WR: Loaded. Morris, Preston, Marsh, Becker form an elite top 4 (size + speed + production). Chandler/Bond waiting in wings. Depth far better than 2025.RB: Three-headed monster (Lee Beebe as thumper/lead, Turbo Richard speed/return upside, Kobe Martin explosive). All can contribute; hot-hand approach expected.QB (Josh Hoover): Polished with massive college production. Main keys: protect the ball, take what the defense gives (don't force hero throws), lean on elite weapons + run game. Not asked to do Mendoza-level heroics; scheme-friendly. VR training and Cignetti coaching will help processing. Defense: LB: Fisher replacement via committee/experience. Roe Hardy, Isaiah Jones, Caden Turner form strong core. Depth with Williams, Olinger (thick/ready), Savage, etc. Multiple looks possible.CB: Sharp locked in. Competition between Gandy/Harris (plus Bell/Williams in slot). Multiple bodies who can play; scheme versatility key.Safety: Baldwin Jr. emerging (weight drop suggests rover role). Farrell & Zachman (huge, versatile) round out a scary trio. Depth with Sanks, Timms, Stewart, Reese.DL: Loaded and deep. Ndukwe/Burnham/Obiezer/Insanmi/Freeze at end; Tucker/Yelly/Landino inside. Young talent (Clark, Abram, Johnson, etc.) + vets. Multiple fronts, heavy packages possible. Overall Vibe: Standards unchanged. More blue-chip talent + returning culture carriers (18 guys with 2+ years under Sig). Young in spots (TE, some secondary) but depth/versatility across the board is better. Expect slow build but high ceiling. Miscellaneous Notes Dogs barking in background added charm.NFL Draft in ~3 weeks (same day as spring game).Cignetti's "new house" mantra repeated – every season starts from ground zero.Emphasis on brotherhood/standards: Best players play on best teams; draft winners.Facilities note: Mellencamp still humble, but the product on the field is what ...
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    2 hrs and 36 mins
  • What goes into an All-Time Ranking w/ Mark Rogers / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 74

    What goes into an All-Time Ranking w/ Mark Rogers / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 74
    Mar 24 2026
    Episode 74 of Indiana Hoosiers Live (presented by FanDuel) features hosts Alec Keezer and Bradley Loomis joined by Mark Rogers (head of The Voice of College Football) for a deep dive into all-time college football program rankings. The conversation starts with light basketball talk from the March Madness weekend—praising the high level of play, iconic games (e.g., Iowa over Florida, Texas over Gonzaga, High Point's run as a strong mid-major), and noting the decline of traditional Cinderellas in favor of power-conference upsets or deep runs by well-resourced teams. They quickly pivot to football, highlighting Indiana's strong position under Curt Cignetti, spring ball starting soon, Mitch McCarthy's entertaining clips and culture fit, and the program's NIL/portal adaptation as a potential "gold standard." Main Segment: All-Time Rankings Methodology The core discussion compares Rogers' ongoing all-time program rankings series (starting with the Big Ten) against Loomis' "New Blood" (formerly "Blue Blood") rankings. Both use overlapping inputs like national title claims, winning percentages, conference titles, AP poll finishes, Heisman/major awards, All-Americans, NFL draft picks/Hall of Famers, bowl wins, and top-5/10/25 finishes, but they weight and define them differently. Rogers presents categories with context (without a single rigid formula yet), emphasizing legitimate national championships (his personal vetting of rightful champs per era) over raw claims. Loomis simplifies heavily toward post-1998 played-for national titles (with claims as tiebreakers), viewing pre-modern-era claims as less valid due to the sport's evolution (e.g., forward pass, desegregation around 1970, bowl games gaining playoff-like weight later, and post-1998 title games providing undisputed resolution). Key debates and nuances include: National title claims — Rogers lists what schools claim (including early 1900s or pre-AP eras) but discounts their weight vs. modern titles; he argues a 1901 title isn't equivalent to a 2025 one and is reviewing seasons for "rightful" champs. Loomis respects claims historically (especially 1968–1997 AP/coaches poll finishes) but prioritizes post-1998 on-field titles; he notes claims often correlate with future success, with exceptions like Notre Dame/Nebraska.Eras and legitimacy — Rogers breaks data by post-WWII, post-1970 (full desegregation), 21st century, and playoff era for context. Loomis draws sharper lines (e.g., forward pass as a divider; post-1998 as truly played-for titles) while acknowledging imperfections. They discuss how AP/coaches polls have flaws week-to-week/preseason but gain legitimacy over large samples.Other pillars — Winning percentage (overall and conference-specific), top finishes, bowl wins (with quality/context), and individual awards/draft production are highlighted. Rogers notes tiers stay consistent across subjective categories; Loomis emphasizes played-for titles as the ultimate measure.Examples and disagreements — Alabama tops Loomis' list due to recent titles; Indiana's 2020/2025-style success elevates them in modern views. They contrast Michigan's many historical claims vs. fewer "legit" modern ones, Ohio State's consistent elite status, and mid-major/access issues. Notre Dame's independent status and claims get special handling (e.g., estimated seeding). Rogers stresses presenting data + context over pure formulas; Loomis aimed for a fun, thesis-driven simplification that still rewards sustained relevance. Both agree the sport has evolved (athlete quality, parity at the top, NIL/portal dynamics), making modern eras weightier, and that Indiana's recent surge positions it well long-term. Additional Topics Current landscape odds (via FanDuel): Ohio State's jump to +550 national title favorite sparks debate on brutal schedules vs. consistent elite status.Indiana football positivity: Roster depth/portal strategy, Cignetti's culture, upcoming spring ball, and excitement around the program's trajectory.Closing vibes: Appreciation for Rogers' encyclopedic knowledge, calls for more engagement, and forward-looking hype for spring/2026. The episode blends historical analysis, ranking philosophy, and Hoosier optimism in a conversational ~2-hour format. Rogers' series (multiple videos per conference across 24 categories) rewards watching for full data visuals; Loomis' approach offers a streamlined modern lens. Overall, it's a thoughtful "ball knower" discussion on what truly defines program greatness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    2 hrs and 8 mins
  • Big Ten Win Totals + UMBC calls out IUFB! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 73

    Big Ten Win Totals + UMBC calls out IUFB! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 73
    Mar 18 2026
    Episode Notes: Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 73 Title: Big Ten Win Totals + UMBC calls out IUFB! Hosts: Bradley Loomis & Alec Keezer (presented by FanDuel) Platform: IndianaVOCFB / Voice of College Football YouTube (full episode ~1:40) Date/Context: Mid-March 2026 (53 straight weeks of the show – unofficial 1-year anniversary celebration). Key Highlights & Segments 0:00 – Intro & Show Milestones FanDuel sponsor plug.53 consecutive weeks of Indiana Hoosiers Live (hosts reflect on growth from “two fans at a bar” origins).Quick hits: NCAA hoops bracket out, World Baseball Classic (U.S. vs. Venezuela vibes).Tease next week: Mark Rogers (FanDuel head honcho) joins for all-time Big Ten rankings vs. Brad’s Blue Bloods list.Alec shout-out: Won fan-vote “draft” on Kirkwood & Dunn 100th episode. ~07:00 – Big Ten Win Totals (Core Segment – Speed-Run Gut Checks) Hosts evaluate Vegas lines for all 18 teams (alphabetical after Indiana first). Focus on schedule strength, returning talent, and coaching. Indiana: 10.5 → Over (both hosts). Vegas loves them despite tough slate (Nebraska road, Ohio State/Michigan/USC/Washington home). “Strong number for that schedule.”Illinois: 7.5 → Under (losing QB).Iowa: 7.5 → Over (Ferentz magic every year).Maryland: 4.5 → Over (Loxley believer).Michigan: 8.5 → Under (new staff fit concerns; Loomis feels good about it).Michigan State: 3.5 → Over (Fitzgerald + resources).Minnesota: 5.5 → Over (PJ Fleck bowls regardless).Nebraska: 6.5 → Under (easy call).Northwestern: 5.5 → Under.Ohio State: 9.5 → Over (stacked roster trumps tough schedule).Oregon: 10.5 → Split (Under Keezer – Dante Moore concerns; Over Loomis).Penn State: 9.5 → Over (Franklin hot take potential).Purdue: 3.5 → Under (easiest under ever).Rutgers: 4.5 → Over (Keezer – Schiano loyalty) / Under (Loomis).UCLA: 5.5 → Split (Under Loomis; Over lean Keezer).USC: 8.5 → Split (Under Keezer; Over Loomis).Washington: 7.5 → Under (bad vibes).Wisconsin: 6.5 → Under. Overall Takeaway: Heavy on Overs early, but Indiana’s line stands out as bullish. Vegas clearly high on the Hoosiers maintaining momentum. ~35:00 – “Smoke” & Quick Hits Must-listen: Yogi Roth/Rhett Lewis Cignetti interview (fresh off air).PFF: Elijah Surratt led FBS with 11 TDs vs. single coverage.Blue-chip ratio up again (Cignetti “right stuff” evaluation praise).Workout videos: Charlie Becker agility drill vs. LeBron Bond; Turbo Richard benches 3 plates.Women’s BB: Incoming commit Addison Nemchek named NJ Gatorade POY + state champ.Fun stat (Kirkwood & Dunn): IU + UCLA only programs undefeated in both FB & BB seasons (plus USF correction).Omar Cooper Jr. Big Red Carpet interview.Cignetti quote of the week: “People say how are you going to maintain this? We ain’t going to maintain anything. We’ve got to get better.” ~45:00 – Roster Room Breakdowns (Focus on Depth) Linebackers: Elite/“flawless” room. Returning Jones, Hardy, Utzinger, Turner. Incoming freshmen (Williams, Olinger, Savage) + PJ Nelson hyped for special teams/contribution.Corners: Deep with Harris, Sharp, Gandy, Hollywood-Bell, Williams. Multiple NFL-potential guys.Safeties: Loaded. Byron Baldwin Jr. could be the team’s best player next year. Farrell/Zachman/Sanks leadership + youth.Specialists: Massive upgrade – new long snapper (Kloss), punter (Gowers), kickers (McAteer for distance). Grant Kane (ST coordinator) praised. Closing Thoughts Football: “Beyond loaded” roster; process from 2024 repeats → success follows. Nightmare scenario = 9-3.Basketball: Frustration over missing tourney acknowledged (portal/offseason critical), but focus stays on football.Tease: NCAA bracket video tomorrow (possibly live). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 hr and 41 mins
  • Indiana will be NASTY in the trenches again in 2026 / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 72

    Indiana will be NASTY in the trenches again in 2026 / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 72
    Mar 11 2026
    Opening & NFL Raiders Drama (0:00–~15:00)
    • Show opens with the hook: Indiana’s offensive & defensive lines expected to remain elite / “nasty” in 2026.
    • Major segment on the stunning Max Crosby trade saga:
      • Raiders appeared to agree to trade Crosby (to Bears/Cowboys reports) for two first-round picks.
      • Trade reportedly fell apart / was rescinded (first time hosts can recall in NFL history at that scale).
      • Conflicting reports on physical: initial “failed physical” narrative → Adam Schefter update saying Crosby never even took the physical.
      • Hosts speculate Raiders possibly panicked at public backlash over the price → backed out.
      • Massive implications: Raiders keep Crosby’s cap hit, lose planned draft capital they intended to use to build around (hypothetical) Fernando Mendoza.
      • Resulting free-agency moves (e.g. signing Tyler Linderbaum) now look different — possibly prioritizing center over edge.
      • Long discussion on how rare / bizarre the situation is (basketball walk-back comps common, NFL almost never).
    Raiders–Mendoza Adjacent Talk (~15:00–~30:00)
    • Hosts (especially Keezer) semi-Raiders fans due to Fernando Mendoza connection.
    • Raiders’ recent moves viewed positively for Mendoza:
      • Signing Tyler Linderbaum (center).
      • Colton Miller already at LT.
      • Potential high draft pick for weapon / OL help.
      • Public statement preferring veteran QB in 2025 → music to hosts’ ears (protects Mendoza, classic build-around timeline).
    • Speculation on veteran QB fits: Kyler Murray frequently mentioned (Keezer big fan), Joe Flacco, Mac Jones, etc.
    • Overall verdict: Raiders’ 2025–2026 build looks promising for Mendoza despite the Crosby chaos.
    Indiana Football Roster & 2026 Outlook (~30:00–end)
    • Main thesis: Indiana returns far more production / experience in the trenches than casual observers realize → should again be “nasty”.
    • Quick hits on various notes:
      • D’Angelo Pons named to All-Combined defensive team; appeared on Jim Rome.
      • Miles Price broke Vikings single-season kick-return yardage record.
      • Indiana football #1 football program in NIL store merch sales in February (ahead of many basketball schools).
      • Bison Drop Rose Bowl patch / signed Cignetti items highlighted.
      • Pro Day participants list (Mendoza, Pons, Cooper Jr., Landino, etc.).
    • Tight ends: Very young / athletic room (Schott, Thierry, Barker, Gibbs, Elmore, etc.). Hosts expect heavy usage in run packages but believe 10- & 11-personnel looks dominate → limits snaps.
    • Offensive line: Potentially strongest starting five yet.
      • Returning starters: Carter Smith (LT), Drew Evans (LG), Bray Lynch (C), Joe Brunner (RG), Ajani Cornelius (RT).
      • Depth: Leibfried, Merrick, Parker, Wilkin.
      • Eye-test take: Ajani Cornelius has highest long-term NFL upside.
    • Defensive line: Possibly deepest / most talented unit on roster.
      • DT: Landino & Tucker returning starters + Joe Yelly transfer → loaded.
      • DE: Freeze (Toby Osasunmi), Josh Barnum, Chidi Obiazer, Daniel Ndukwe → scary athleticism + experience.
      • Hosts call it “terrifying” for opponents; potentially best overall unit.
    Final Vibes
    • Optimism extremely high for 2026 trenches / overall roster continuity.
    • Theme: “Everything went right” in 2025 → some nerves about regression, but returning production (especially lines) + portal additions make another elite year realistic.
    • Episode closes with light Indiana basketball / tournament talk + spring football excitement.

    Strong show — heavy on roster breakdown & trench optimism, light on recruiting / transfers (expected for mid-March). Classic Keezer–Loomis mix of film/Xs & Os + humorous tangents (Twitter dark mode saga, Raiders fandom, freeze dance).


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    1 hr and 58 mins
  • NFL Combine Fallout and Spring (Ball) is in the air! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 71

    NFL Combine Fallout and Spring (Ball) is in the air! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 71
    Mar 4 2026
    Opening Banter & Show Setup (0:00–3:00)
    • Alec & Brad joke about teaching younger slang/vocab to attract a new audience ("Signetti frame-mogged Dan Lanning", "Carson Beck gesture-maxed", "Indiana mogged every team in 2025").
    • Presented by FanDuel. Topics: NFL Combine fallout from IU players + spring football excitement.
    Alec's Week in Media & Upcoming Content (3:00–8:00)
    • Alec appeared on Lucas Hill's "State of the Program" (37 min deep dive on IU football → check Southern Sports Scene YouTube).
    • Recorded Kirkwood & Dunn's 100th episode (drops tomorrow night ~8:30 pm after IU basketball game). Special guest: Galen Clavio ("Indiana Podfather"). Interactive draft element.
    • Plug: Subscribe to Kirkwood & Dunn YouTube.
    Indiana Basketball Quick Hits (8:00–15:00)
    • Both hosts are measured/optimistic but realistic.
    • Alec: "I'm an optimist" – leaves it there. Notes +164 odds to make the tournament (bubble team).
    • Brad: Team is roughly where expected given massive roster turnover, only 13/15 scholarships filled, late imports. Losses to Northwestern/Minnesota sting but not shocking.
    • Bubble = undeserving. Might still sneak in via luck. First year under DeVries = wash/stepping stone.
    • Exciting core returning: ~10 spots filled before portal (7 returners + 3 freshmen). Need 5 high-level Big Ten starter/pros (ideally bigger frontcourt + all-conference guards).
    • Pivot needed: mid-major additions didn't work → target power-conference proven players.
    • Call for fans: stop booing own players. Be a place people want to thrive. Winning matters, but support the guys wearing cream & crimson.
    • Optimism about next year's foundation despite current frustration.
    NFL Combine Fallout – IU Players (15:00–end of combine discussion)

    Standouts & Grades (Brad's eye-test + Alec's takes):

    • D'Angelo Pons (CB) → biggest winner. 43.5" vert (4th-best CB ever at Combine). Two-time All-American. Round 1 grade. Should be first CB taken (height only knock).
    • Omar Cooper Jr. (WR) → ran 4.47 → Round 1 lock. Complete receiver (YAC, acrobatic catches, shed tackles).
    • Elijah Surratt (WR) → fluid, big (6'3"), silky. Round 2 grade (could rise to 1 if he runs fast at pro day).
    • Pat Coogan (C) → athletic big man, pulls well. Round 4 grade. Potential early Day 3 starter.
    • Riley Nowakowski (FB/TE) → 4.66 forty. Round 6 grade. Blocking + pass-catching fullback prototype.
    • Roman Hemby (RB) → moved well, kick-return upside. Round 5 grade.
    • Aiden Fisher (LB) → instincts trump measurables. Round 3 grade.
    • Lou Moore (S) → All-American resume, age helps. Round 5 grade.
    • Others mentioned (no/limited testing): Stephen Daly (edge, Round 3 potential), Mikail Kamara (edge, Round 4), Kalon Black (possible UDFA/tryout).

    Overall Combine vibe

    • IU players cheered loudly by fans (even some Notre Dame/Ohio State guys).
    • Carson Beck booing overreaction → he handled it well and balled out.
    • 9 IU players at Combine → strong showing. Many interviews crushed. Culture & tape stand out.
    Quick Hits & Closing Thoughts
    • James Carpenter returns to staff as defensive assistant → continuity & culture reinforcement.
    • Peach Bowl economic record ($63.2M) → IU helped make that happen.
    • Recruiting → 2027 class popping (Monsanto Torbert 4.38, locked in; Jameson Purcell & Jahai Brown dominating 7-on-7).
    • Trophy tour → National Championship trophy at IMU Thursday 3–6 pm.
    • Meet & greet → Charlie Becker + Isaiah "Bones" Jones at Assembly Hall tomorrow (5–6:15 pm) before senior night.
    • Nick Marsh inherits #11 from Antoine Randall El (emotional video).

    Tone & Takeaway Optimistic, confident, forward-looking. Football is the priority & excitement. Basketball frustration exists but is being managed with realism and calls for fan support. The roster feels deeper and more talented top-to-bottom than last year → high expectations for 2026.


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    2 hrs and 7 mins
  • Indiana Football Season Tickets SOLD OUT! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 70

    Indiana Football Season Tickets SOLD OUT! / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 70
    Feb 25 2026
    Title / Main Hook

    Indiana Football Season Tickets SOLD OUT! (Combined with heavy immediate reaction to Indiana basketball's frustrating loss.)

    Key Segments & Timestamps (Approximate)
    • 0:00 – 3:00 Intro & immediate tone shift: Hosts expected to lead with basketball optimism → instead open with doom/gloom after IU's poor performance. Famous line: “If we weren’t a football school before… it’s full-on a football school now.”
    • 3:00 – ~28:00Indiana Basketball deep-dive & vent session
      • Brutally honest reaction to blowout-level second-half collapse vs. Northwestern.
      • Record vs. KenPom top-90/100 teams: 4–11 (or 6–11).
      • Six straight losses to Northwestern (four at home).
      • Roster construction criticism, lack of size/defense, second-half cold spells & inability to get stops.
      • First-year coach excuses acknowledged but frustration mounting: “Is Indiana even still a destination?”
      • Silver linings:
        • Hiring of Ryan Carr (ex-Pacers assistant GM / draft & scouting specialist) → universal praise.
        • True college system being installed (Dana Altman tree influence).
        • Lamar Wilkerson hot start & Michael Conway stepping up recently.
      • Long-term outlook mixed: Need elite portal/offseason additions (especially bigs), tighter leash on coach, results must come quickly in portal era.
      • Comparisons: Dusty May at Michigan, quick success stories elsewhere vs. IU’s current trajectory.
    • ~28:00 – 32:00 Somber moment – remembrance of Rondale Moore (former Purdue & NFL WR) tragic passing. Emphasis on mental health, checking on friends, support systems.
    • 32:00 – endIndiana Football excitement
      • Massive week: NFL Combine (9 Hoosiers invited + several others likely to get looks).
      • Players highlighted:
        • Fernando Mendoza (QB – interviews, no throwing)
        • Omar Cooper Jr., Elijah Surratt, Roman Hemby (WRs flying up boards)
        • D’Angelo Ponds (freak athlete, track background)
        • J’Quan Bostic (Coogan), AJ Fisher, Mikail Kamara, Wyatt Daly, Riley Nowakowski, Lou Moore, etc.
      • Eye-test enthusiasm + professional polish from Kurt Cignetti’s program.
      • Quick mock draft fun from hosts (very optimistic rounds for several).
      • Season ticket SOLD OUT announcement → huge milestone.
      • Immediate discussion: Time to expand Memorial Stadium / press box upgrades? Waitlist now real. Hypotheticals (Lucas Oil temporary?, phased reno?).
      • Recruiting quick hits (Jace Brewer to IU crystal ball from Wilt Fong).
      • Other notes: Carter Smith sling (minor/procedural – not panic), Bison Drop drops, Film Watchers comps, one-month natty anniversary, Cignetti new contract escalator triggered ($13.2M range – top paid).
    Overall Tone & Takeaways
    • Basketball → raw frustration & concern, but hope via Ryan Carr hire & system identity.
    • Football → unbridled excitement & pride. Sold-out season tickets seen as massive proof-of-concept moment for the Cignetti era.
    • Hosts emphasize: IU is now a football school with rising national expectations; basketball must catch up quickly given resources/fanbase.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Tuesday News Dump / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 69

    Tuesday News Dump / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 69
    Feb 18 2026

    Opening Banter & Technical Difficulties

    • StreamYard/Twitter/X glitches at start → show went live on YouTube first, Twitter eventually connected.
    • Hosts joke about being adaptable (“rip on the fly,” “roll with the punches”).
    • Emphasis: full episode records on YouTube; clips always available.
    Main Topics Discussed
    1. Twitter / On3 Impressions Drama
      • On3 (Shannon Terry & Chad) released a “most impressions” list dominated by their own reporters.
      • Barstool personalities (Will Compton, Brandon Walker, etc.) publicly complained about exclusion → massive engagement spike for On3.
      • Hosts called it brilliant (free marketing), even while poking fun.
    2. Recruiting & Roster-Building Philosophy Shift
      • Heavy discussion on transfer portal > high-school recruiting in modern CFB.
      • Indiana’s success tied to veteran portal additions + even NIL distribution (freshmen get stipends, not huge individual bags).
      • Critique of paying 18-year-olds millions upfront → red flag if entitlement is present.
      • Indiana seen as setting the standard for sustainable roster construction in NIL/portal era.
    3. NFL Draft / Combine Buzz
      • Historic 9 Hoosiers invited to 2026 NFL Combine (most ever for IU):
        • Fernando Mendoza (QB, interviews only)
        • Omar Cooper Jr. & Elijah Surratt (WRs – “catch bullies” per Lance Zierlein)
        • Riley Nowakowski (TE/FB – elite blocker)
        • Pat Coogan (OL)
        • Roman Hemby (RB)
        • Aiden Fisher (CB)
        • Lewis Moore & D’Angelo Pons (CBs)
      • Notable snubs: Mikhail Kamara, Kalon Black, Devon Boykin (injuries cited as factor).
      • Excitement for pro day (Mendoza throws there, more scouts expected).
      • Early buzz: Cooper, Surratt, Mendoza, Pons likely top-50–75 picks; Nowakowski rising as versatile Day 3 prospect.
    4. Awards & Coaching Recognition
      • Brian Haynes wins Broyles Award (best assistant coach in CFB) → well-deserved after elite defense.
      • Ceremony frustrations: rushed off stage, limited speech time.
      • Haynes’ funny jab at Corey Hetherman during couch segment.
      • Hosts emphasize Haynes’ value → locked in on big contract (~$3M range), unlikely to leave.
    5. Roster & Personnel Updates
      • Tyler Cherry back on roster (QB competition heating up: Hoover, Wilson, Bell, Geske).
      • Josh Hoover listed height/weight flip-flop (briefly 6'1"/194 → back to 6'2").
      • Bryson Bonds retires → joins staff as special teams assistant/quality control.
      • Rod Ojong → Defensive Pass Game Coordinator + DBs coach.
      • Bob Bostad → Run Game Coordinator + OL coach.
    6. Other Quick Hits
      • Nutrition Instagram page praised (cool, athlete-focused content).
      • Fernando Mendoza video message to fan with spinal cancer → emotional / positive story.
      • Jacob Savage “21 Savage” NIL jerseys available (proceeds benefit player).
      • Jonathan Brady declares for draft → pro day shot.
      • Athletic department reported ~$10.4M surplus for FY2025 → huge win in modern college sports.
    7. Brief Indiana Basketball Aside
      • Loss to Illinois went better than expected (kept within ~30).
      • Praise for effort, defensive intensity, sharing ball.
      • Optimism: DeVries Year 1 looks strong; team trending toward NCAA Tournament bubble (10–11 seed range possible).
    8. Closing Vibes
      • Spring football approaching → optimism for repeat contender status.
      • Quick baseball note (Hoosiers 1–3 after UNC series; Matt Lloyd at Red Sox camp).
      • Tease: approaching 1-year anniversary of show on VOCFB → something special next week.
    Overall tone: celebratory yet grounded, heavy focus on NFL pipeline momentum, coaching stability, and Indiana’s modern roster model. Classic mix of Xs & Os, portal/NIL philosophy, light trolling (Notre Dame fans, On3 list), and genuine excitement for Hoosiers future.

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Roster Update / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 68

    Roster Update / Indiana Hoosiers LIVE 68
    Feb 11 2026

    Opening Banter (0:00–2:00)

    • Alec reads Bradley's tweet to Brandon Walker ("Good in my book, BW... I was right in that sick eye test").
    • Bradley jokes about how he'd read it more casually ("hey B-Dub, you're all good").
    • Light-hearted exchange on Bradley's tweet style ("I tweet like I talk").
    Indiana Basketball Segment (2:00–18:00)
    • Hoosiers on a roll: 3 games since last show, including dominant win over Oregon.
    • Alec: Team "dismantled" a down Oregon squad; impressive regardless of opponent quality.
    • Bradley praises Darren DeVries' coaching (beat his mentor Dana Altman decisively).
    • Lamar Wilkerson breakout discussion:
      • Multiple 40+ point games; best scorer in Assembly Hall history in some eyes.
      • Unlimited green light; scores at all three levels with limitless range.
      • Bradley: "Probably the best scorer in IU history" given context (age/experience vs. freshmen like Eric Gordon).
      • NBA potential: Could be a second-round pick / rotation player.
    • Broader conversation on NBA readiness, NIL/portal keeping talent in college longer, and how the G League is not the best developmental league.
    • Tournament outlook: Consensus 10-seed; should be in with .500 Big Ten play.
    • Alec terrified of Illinois (Stolyakovich, two 7-footers who shoot 3s, Keaton Wagler dropping 40s).
    • Bradley: If DeVries gets a loaded roster (like Illinois/MSU/Nebraska), he can reach that level.
    • Talent gap in college basketball wider than ever → chalky tournaments expected.
    • Fans & atmosphere: Monday night crowd questions; Bradley notes it's a football school with rich basketball tradition.
    Indiana Football Segment (18:00–end)
    • Birthday shoutout to Nick Marsh's mom ("Mamatron").
    • Mike Kadick flag football video: Looked like an NFL player dominating Barstool guys.
    • NIL agent concerns: Agents asking for wild perks (sideline passes, walk-on spots, etc.); Bradley worries about bad agents exploiting kids.
    • Fernando Mendoza media tour (Kay Adams, Cowherd, etc.) + Planet Fitness endorsement fishing.
    • Mendoza consensus #1 overall pick (minus huge odds on FanDuel); Bradley jokes about a brief Jets panic.
    • Riley Nowakowski: 4th-highest graded Power 4 TE (PFF).
    • Charlie Becker named top WR by Cignetti pre-spring 2024 → prophetic.
    • Bison Drop highlights: Cignetti headset sold for $112k; Lamar shorts auction; Jeremy Gray PA notes.
    • Tyson Brown official; first 2026 workout video (Roe Hardy, Bones Jones, Becker/Tucker vocal leaders).
    • Grace Berger bobblehead night (Feb 28) → deserved honor.
    • Kevin Durant tweet naming Cignetti among all-time greats (with LeBron, MJ, etc.) → massive recruiting/social boost.
    • Roster cost: ~$20M this past year (Pete Nakos confirmation).
    • Pro Day April 1; Omar Cooper #27 in Dane Brugler's top 100 (first-round grade).
    • Roster update deep dive (new numbers, transfers, freshmen weights/heights):
      • Notable: Turbo Richard #1, AJ Harris #4 (Penn State transfer), Blake Fisher #5, Chidi Obiazor #6, Nick Marsh #8, Preston Zachman #6 (safety), Cortez Rupert #4, etc.
      • Heavy emphasis on defensive line depth (19 scholarship DL; multiple 300+ lb freshmen).
      • Tight end room young/injured → Barker & Teary early opportunities.
      • Overall: Deepest roster Cignetti has ever had; exponential growth expected in Year 3.
    Closing Vibes
    • Alec & Bradley both fired up: "Scary hours" for opponents.
    • Depth everywhere; returning production + young talent + continuity = dynasty potential.
    • Weekly shows continuing; excited for spring ball battles.
    Length ≈ 2 hours 3 minutes. Basketball ~first 18 min; football/roster dominates the rest. Very high-energy, optimistic episode focused on current momentum and future ceiling. Go Hoosiers.

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