The University of Indianapolis football program has entered the 2024 season with a preseason spotlight, landing inside the top ten of two major Division II polls. One survey placed the Greyhounds at No. 8 in the Lindy’s Sports ranking, while the D2Football.com poll nudged them up to No. 7, marking the second time this month they have cracked the top ten.
Coaching staff highlighted the value of continuity, noting that 11 starters return from a year ago and eight of those players earned all‑conference honors on the GLVC championship squad. The influx of a strong incoming class adds depth and talent to a roster already steeped in experience.
A Historic Build‑Up
The 2023 campaign set a new benchmark for the school: the Greyhounds matched a program record with eleven victories, secured a fourth straight playoff berth, and hosted a second‑round game for the first time in program history.
After dominating the GLVC schedule and dispatching Truman 57‑14 in the opening playoff round, the team’s run ended against a nationally ranked Minnesota State squad, falling 35‑27 in a tightly contested second‑round matchup.
With a blend of experience, a strong recruiting class, and the momentum of recent successes, the Greyhounds are poised to translate preseason optimism into another deep playoff push as the new season unfolds.