
Indiana Locks in 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Basketball Slate
The Hoosiers have confirmed two external matchups for the upcoming season, with dates and sites finalized for contests against Kentucky and Syracuse.
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The Hoosiers have confirmed two external matchups for the upcoming season, with dates and sites finalized for contests against Kentucky and Syracuse.

The decision to slot Alabama into the 2025/2026 College Football Playoff ahead of Notre Dame has ignited a heated debate among alumni, analysts and former players.

Curt Cignetti's first national championship with the Indiana Hoosiers has catapulted him to the summit of CBS Sports' 2026 head‑coach rankings, surpassing established names and reshaping the sport's power dynamics.

The latest Big Ten power rankings spotlight Ohio State’s dominance, Oregon’s resurgence, and a host of other contenders as the 2026 season approaches.

Indiana will meet Syracuse at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Nov. 9, 2026, renewing a rivalry that dates back to the 1987 NCAA Championship, while the team also prepares for a later showdown with Kentucky.

Andrej Stojakovic's pending choice between the 2026 NBA Draft and a return to college basketball hangs over the upcoming Illinois-Indiana showdown, a matchup that could reshape the Hoosiers' prospects and Illinois' Final Four ambitions.

The 2026 season will be defined by a wave of talent moving through the transfer portal, with standout players projected to transform their new programs and influence the national picture.
In a recent interview, Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer outlined why the College Football Playoff should grow from 12 to 16 or even 24 teams, emphasizing quality over quantity and the impact of the SEC’s new schedule on selection.

With a roster stacked with returning stars and fresh talent, the Oregon Ducks are being hailed as legitimate contenders for the 2026 college football championship, though challenges remain.
The Kentucky vs. Indiana game, originally set for December 27, 2026, has been moved to November 20, 2026, due to an NFL scheduling clash. Indiana is ranked No. 21 in the preseason Top 25, while Kentucky will face a demanding early‑season schedule that includes Kansas, an ACC opponent, North Carolina, and Louisville.

USC sophomore quarterback Jayden Maiava is emerging as a Heisman contender, bolstered by a challenging Big Ten slate and a dynamic receiving corps that could propel the Trojans back into national relevance.

A look at the most striking statistics shaping the upcoming college football season, from historic win streaks to the rise of transfer talent.

CBS Sports has identified a group of 17 rising sophomores whose 2025 showings suggest they could become pivotal figures in the upcoming college football landscape.

After a solid 2025 showing with 41 tackles and five pass breakups, USC cornerback Marcelles Williams faces a critical 2026 season. Three marquee games will test his coverage against some of college football’s most potent passing attacks, and the results could dramatically reshape his NFL prospects.

After a historic championship in just their second season, the Hoosiers must replace two 1,000‑yard rushers but have high hopes for sophomore Khobie Martin to keep the ground attack rolling.

Head coach Steve Sarkisian says teams are finding creative ways to pay players without oversight, highlighting Arch Manning's $5.4 million in deals and questioning Texas's investment relative to the national trend

USC’s defense hinges on safety Christian Pierce as the team faces three pivotal matchups that could define its 2026 College Football Playoff destiny.

Wide receiver Tanook Hines is preparing for a high‑stakes stretch that could define his draft trajectory. Games against Fresno State, Oregon, and Indiana present distinct defensive challenges that may elevate his status as an NFL‑ready prospect.

Khalief Canty Jr., a 6‑foot‑4, 311‑pound offensive lineman from Detroit, Michigan, joins Missouri’s 2026 class, offering versatility at tackle and guard and the potential to develop into a starter by his fourth or fifth year.

UCLA will open its 2026 Big Ten schedule against Purdue at the Rose Bowl, a game that could define the Bruins' early conference trajectory and revive memories of legendary coach John Wooden.

Indiana University’s football and men’s basketball teams are experiencing a surge of activity, from new verbal pledges to a high‑profile showcase in Miami Gardens.

Kyle Busch’s death, Knicks’ early series lead, contract extensions for Stafford and Schoen, and the buildup to the French Open headline a busy weekend in sports.

Ohio State is deepening its 2027 recruiting efforts, targeting cornerback Monsanna Torbert Jr. after his decommit from Indiana, while fending off challenges from Michigan and Notre Dame.

The long‑standing Kentucky‑Gonzaga basketball series will end early, making way for a proposed eight‑team preseason showcase called the Diamond Cup that could debut in the 2027‑28 season.