
Penn State’s secondary eyes a 2026 breakout
The Nittany Lions' defensive backfield combines proven talent with promising newcomers, setting the stage for a potentially dominant 2026 season.
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The Nittany Lions' defensive backfield combines proven talent with promising newcomers, setting the stage for a potentially dominant 2026 season.

The NCAA has approved a 5‑for‑5 eligibility framework that grants athletes five years to complete five years of eligibility, eliminating redshirting and most waivers. The change could extend the collegiate tenure of several Indiana players and alter roster strategies across the sport.

The defending champion Indiana Hoosiers enter the 2026 season with high expectations, a formidable schedule and key players ready to make an impact.

Indiana, coached by Curt Cignetti, tops preseason rankings and is projected to capture the 2026 national title.

Indiana University’s secondary is set for a pivotal overhaul, with the field cornerback locked in and a fierce contest brewing between A.J. Harris and Ryland Gandy for the opposite starting role.

A preview of the Hoosiers' 2026 spring camp reveals key position‑group predictions, from quarterback depth to special‑teams stability.