Indiana High School Football 2025: Key Rivalries and Rising Stars Set the Stage for a Competitive Season
A look at the marquee games, historic rivalries and emerging players that will define the 2025 Class 6A football season in Indiana.
Aug 13, 2026
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Brownsburg aims for third straight Class 6A title as 2026 IHSAA season begins
Brownsburg High School is gearing up for its third consecutive Class 6A state championship, with star players returning and new coaching appointments shaping the upcoming season.
Aug 3, 2026
Midwest High School Football Preseason Rankings Unveiled
As the high school football season approaches, USA TODAY Sports has released its regional preseason rankings, highlighting unbeaten programs and a watch list of emerging contenders ahead of the national Super 25 unveiling on July 21.
Jul 26, 2026
Five-Star Wide Receiver Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana University
Monshun Sales, a five-star wide receiver from Lawrence North High School, announced his commitment to Indiana University on the Pat McAfee Show, joining a class that reshapes the program's future.
Jul 26, 2026
Indiana Secures Its First Five-Star Recruit in Program History
In a televised announcement on the Pat McAfee Show, Monshun Sales, a 6‑foot‑5, 195‑pound prospect from Indianapolis, pledged to Indiana over Ohio State, Alabama, Texas and LSU, marking the first time the Hoosiers have landed a five‑star recruit.
Jul 26, 2026
Five-Star Wide Receiver Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana University
In a move that reverberates across the college football landscape, Monshun Sales, a five-star prospect ranked among the nation's top ten, chose Indiana over Alabama, Ohio State and Texas, delivering the program's first-ever five-star commitment and igniting excitement in Bloomington.
Jul 26, 2026
Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana University, Making History as First Five-Star Recruit
In a live announcement on The Pat McAfee Show, Monshun Sales chose Indiana over powerhouse programs, becoming the first five‑star recruit in school history and bolstering a recruiting class that already boasts two of the state’s elite.
Jul 26, 2026
Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana University, Cementing a Historic Recruiting Class
The Indianapolis standout's decision marks Indiana's highest‑rated recruit ever and highlights the growing appeal of the Hoosiers' football program.
Jul 26, 2026
Central Indiana’s Top Wide Receivers Eye 2026 Breakout
A look at 33 standout receivers from across the region, their impressive stats and the colleges already courting them.
Jul 24, 2026
Indiana Hoosiers’ 2027 Recruiting Class Brings Five-Star Talent and Addresses Key Needs
Indiana's 2027 recruiting class, comprising 17 players, is ranked 28th by Rivals and 30th by 247Sports, highlighted by five-star Monshun Sales and a commitment to address roster needs via the transfer portal
Jul 23, 2026
Indy High School Football Preview: Top 10 Week 1 Matchups to Watch
A look at the most compelling season‑opening games, key returning players and storylines that could shape the 2026 campaign.
Jun 22, 2026
Indiana’s 2027 Football Commitments: Who’s In, Who’s Still Looking
A look at the commitments and remaining open doors for Indiana's elite 2027 football recruits.
Jun 16, 2026
Monshun Sales Commits to Indiana Hoosiers, Elevating 2027 Recruiting Class
Monshun Sales, a consensus five‑star recruit and the first ever in Indiana history, pledged to the Hoosiers, joining a class that already boasts multiple four‑star talents.
Jun 12, 2026
Indiana University Secures Verbal Commitment from 3‑Star Running Back Da’Jon Talley‑Rhodes
Three‑star running back Da’Jon Talley‑Rhodes pledged to Indiana University, bringing 1,600 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns from his junior season and joining a 2027 class that now counts eleven commitments.
Jun 3, 2026
Indiana Secures 3-Star Safety Brady Scott in 2027 Recruiting Class
Indiana University announced the verbal commitment of Brady Scott, a 3-star safety from Tabor Academy, highlighting his rankings, stats, and the growing momentum of the Hoosiers' 2027 class.
May 31, 2026
Indiana Football Secures Commitment Amid Coaching Stability
Branden Sharpe commits to Indiana, while Monsanna Torbert decommits, highlighting the dynamic recruiting landscape and the impact of head coach Curt Cignetti's leadership.
May 27, 2026
Ethan Reyna Commits to Purdue, Marking First In‑State Pledge for 2027 Class
The Indianapolis‑area prospect pledged to Purdue, delivering the program’s initial in‑state verbal for the 2027 recruiting cycle and adding to a growing list of commitments.
May 23, 2026
Indiana Secures 2027 Wide Receiver Jordan Carrasquillo
Jordan Carrasquillo, a 6‑foot‑2, 195‑pound receiver from Alpharetta, Georgia, has committed to Indiana, giving the program its seventh 2027 recruit and adding depth as current starters head to the NFL draft.
May 21, 2026
IU Football Secures 2027 Wide Receiver Commitment Amid Rising Recruit Interest
Indiana University’s football program is poised to capitalize on a surge of recruiting momentum as analysts project a 2027 wide receiver class that could reshape the Hoosiers’ offensive outlook.
May 21, 2026
Indiana’s 2027 Football Talent Surge Fuels National Optimism
A deep pool of top prospects in the 2027 class is reshaping Indiana’s football landscape, drawing commitments from the nation’s most coveted players and promising a new era for both the state and the universities that recruit them.
May 20, 2026
Indiana’s 2027 Football Recruiting Class Rises to Prominence
Indiana's 2027 football recruiting class emerges as a powerhouse, highlighted by top prospects and standout performances across the state.
May 20, 2026
Indiana Football Recruiting Shuffle: Torbert Out, Sharpe In
A quick turn of events in Indiana’s recruiting pipeline highlights both the volatility and the promise of the Hoosiers’ 2027 class.
May 19, 2026
Indiana Football Recruiting: A Loss and a Gain in the 2027 Class
Indiana's 2027 football recruiting class saw a setback with the decommitment of Monsanna Torbert Jr., a Cincinnati defensive back, while Brownsburg wide receiver Branden Sharpe pledged to the Hoosiers, offering a glimpse of future depth.
May 19, 2026
Three-Star Prospect Branden Sharpe Commits to Indiana University
Branden Sharpe, a three-star wide receiver from Brownsburg High School, announced his pledge to Indiana University, highlighting the program’s direction and his connection with offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan.
May 19, 2026