Football

Then-freshman running back Tyler Natee, now a sophomore, runs the ball against Michigan State during an October 2016 game. Natee was one of two IU players to announce their intent to transfer to a different school this past week via Twitter.

Zeke Walker and Tyler Natee announce intent to transfer from IU

By IDS staff · Friday, Dec. 1,2017 8 a.m.

Two IU football players have announced they will transfer to a different school.

Former IU kicker Griffin Oakes kicks an extra point during the first half against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium.

Griffin Oakes named Big Ten Kicker of the Year

By IDS staff · Thursday, Nov. 30,2017 12:59 p.m.

Senior kicker Griffin Oakes was named the Big Ten's best for the second time in three years.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow passes the ball to junior wide receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. during the Old Oaken Bucket game against Purdue Nov. 25 in West Lafayette, Indiana. Cobbs and 10 other Hoosiers will compete in IU's pro day on Tuesday.

Cobbs, three others earn All-Big Ten honors on offense

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Nov. 29,2017 11:57 a.m.

Junior receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. was named First Team All-Big Ten.

Quarterback Peyton Ramsey named to the Big Ten Network's All-Freshman team

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Nov. 28,2017 2:33 p.m.

A total of four IU freshman players were honored by the Big Ten Network.

Griffin Oakes and Tegray Scales named first team All-Big Ten Conference

By IDS staff · Tuesday, Nov. 28,2017 1:45 p.m.

Oakes and Scales were among 10 Hoosiers given honors by the Big Ten Conference.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow attempts to run the ball but falls short at the Old Oaken Bucket game Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana. IU lost to Purdue, 31-24.

COLUMN: Disappointing season ends with loss to Purdue

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 5:37 p.m.

IU fails to continue upward trend this season.

A Purdue team member holds the Old Oaken Bucket Nov. 25 at Ross-Ade Stadium after Purdue defeated IU for the first time since 2012. Both IU and Purdue will need a win in this year's battle to reach a bowl game.

IU football falls shy of six wins, loses Old Oaken Bucket to Purdue

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 5:36 p.m.

IU (5-7) never led against Purdue (6-6) at Ross-Ade Stadium in a 31-24 loss.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow prepares to pass the ball to an open teammate during the Old Oaken Bucket game on Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana. IU lost to Purdue, 31-24.

IU football seniors reflect on first career Bucket loss

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 5:33 p.m.

No player on IU's roster had lost to Purdue before Saturday.

Redshirt freshman defensive lineman Jerome Johnson, number 98, defends against Purdue during the Old Oaken Bucket game Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana. IU lost 31-24.

IU loses the Old Oaken Bucket to Purdue, 31-24

By Ty Vinson · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 5:21 p.m.

IU lost the Old Oaken Bucket game to Purdue for the first time since 2012.

Then-freshman running back Morgan Ellison avoids being tackled during the first half against Wisconsin on Nov. 4, 2017, at Memorial Stadium. Ellison released a statement on Twitter stating that he was falsely accused of sexual assault.

Instant Recap: Purdue defeats IU 31-24 in the Old Oaken Bucket game

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 11:52 a.m.

IU (5-6) and Purdue (5-6) play for the 120th time.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow runs the ball against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will play his final regular season game with IU this Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana, against Purdue.

IU football prepares for historic Old Oaken Bucket matchup with Purdue

By Cameron Drummond · Wednesday, Nov. 22,2017 12:49 a.m.

The winner of Saturday's game will automatically become bowl eligible. The loser will not.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison celebrates his first-half touchdown against Rutgers with freshman offensive lineman Mackenzie Nworah on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Ellison was named the co-Freshman of the Week in the Big Ten Conference for his rushing performance against the Scarlet Knights.

Morgan Ellison wins his second Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor for IU football

By IDS staff · Monday, Nov. 20,2017 11:58 a.m.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison ran for 149 yards against Rutgers.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison crosses the goal line in the second half against Rutgers on Nov. 18 at Memorial Stadium. Former IU safeties coach Noah Joseph left the IU program to join the Rutgers coaching staff last week.

COLUMN: IU football showed what it was capable of in victory over Rutgers

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:55 p.m.

IU flashed its great talent in a nearly perfect performance.

Freshman running back Cole Gest celebrates with freshman offensive lineman Delroy Baker after scoring a touchdown against Rutgers on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Gest had 104 rushing yards in IU's 41-0 win against Rutgers.

Freshman running backs lead IU football to dominant win

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:49 p.m.

Morgan Ellison and Cole Gest each ran for more than 100 yards Saturday.

Then-freshman, now sophomore running back Morgan Ellison runs the ball in the first half against Rutgers on Nov. 18, 2017, at Memorial Stadium. IU Athletics announced Friday night Ellison has been suspended from IU for 2.5 years and is permanently dismissed from the IU football team.

Seniors pave the way for IU football in home win against Rutgers

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:42 p.m.

IU's seniors bid Memorial Stadium goodbye with a commanding 41-0 win.

Defensive back Rashard Fant celebrates after breaking up a pass against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Fant was signed by the Chicago Bears on Saturday after going undrafted.

Live Updates: IU football looks to keep postseason hopes alive against Rutgers

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 11:57 a.m.

IU needs to win-out this season to qualify automatically for a bowl game.

Redshirt senior quarterback Richard Lagow runs the ball against then-No. 9 Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will play his final home game with IU this Saturday against Rutgers.

IU football prepares for Rutgers on Senior Day

By Cameron Drummond · Friday, Nov. 17,2017 6 a.m.

IU and Rutgers need to win their final two games to automatically reach a bowl.

Redshirt freshman wide receiver Taysir Mack salutes the sky after scoring the game's first touchdown for IU against Charleston Southern on Oct. 7. Mack has become a consistent presence at wide receiver for IU this season after injuries to three other wide receivers.

Doing the right thing

By Cameron Drummond · Thursday, Nov. 16,2017 4 a.m.

Taysir Mack has made the most of his on-field opportunities this season.

How IU football's Griffin Oakes got his groove back

By Jake Thomer · Thursday, Nov. 16,2017 12 a.m.

Senior kicker Griffin Oakes is the leader of IU's fun-loving and highly successful field goal unit.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow throws a pass during the first half against Wisconsin on Oct. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will be the starting quarterback again this week for IU.

IU football ready to roll with Lagow as season winds down

By Jake Thomer · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2017 6 a.m.

The senior quarterback has officially retaken the starting quarterback job.

Trending