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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.

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

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.

IU football earns first conference win, preserves bowl hopes with 24-14 victory at Illinois

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:23 p.m.

IU's offense did enough to compliment a dominant day on defense.

Richard Lagow prepares to throw a pass in the second quarter against Wisconsin on Nov. 4. Lagow played well enough Saturday against Illinois to earn IU its first Big Ten Conference win.

COLUMN: IU begins its quest to salvage the season with win against Illinois

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:22 p.m.

It wasn't pretty, but it was what IU needed to do to remain in the hunt for a bowl.

IU defense uses sacks, takeaways to overwhelm Illinois in victory

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:20 p.m.

The Hoosiers forced three turnovers and sacked Illini quarterback Jeff George Jr. eight times.

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.

Instant Recap: IU football defeats Illinois to pick up first Big Ten win of 2017

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 11:59 a.m.

IU (3-6, 0-6 in Big Ten) plays Illinois (2-7, 0-6 in Big Ten) in Champaign, Illinois.

IU football has season on the brink against Illinois

By Cameron Drummond · Friday, Nov. 10,2017 4 a.m.

IU needs to win out to receive an automatic bowl berth.

IU Athletics Director Fred Glass wheels the oldest member of 50 Year Varsity Club Donors off the field after an on-field recognition ceremony at the game against Wisconsin on Nov. 4. Glass was appointed athletics director in 2009.

A college football Saturday through the eyes of Fred Glass

By Jordan Guskey · Thursday, Nov. 9,2017 12 a.m.

When IU football plays at home, its athletic director tries to be the ultimate host.

Former IU football player Camion Patrick has homicide charge dismissed

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Nov. 8,2017 7:18 p.m.

Patrick had a homicide charge dismissed in Blount County, Tennessee.

Simmie Cobbs Jr catches Richard Lagow's pass for a touchdown in the third quarter. IU lost to Wisconsin, 45-17, to fall to 3-6 (0-6) on the season.

Sense of urgency has IU football relying on leadership now more than ever

By Jake Thomer · Tuesday, Nov. 7,2017 12 a.m.

The Hoosiers need three wins in their final three games to ensure a bowl berth.

Junior wide receiver Luke Timian is unable to complete a catch at Memorial Stadium on Saturday against No. 9 Wisconsin. IU lost to Wisconsin 45-17 to drop to 3-6 overall, and 0-6 in Big Ten play this season.

IU football loses turnover battle again in loss to No. 9 Wisconsin

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 4,2017 5:30 p.m.

The Hoosiers turned the ball over three times and forced just one takeaway.

Sophomore wide receiver Whop Philyor carries the ball after a catch against Wisconsin on Nov. 14 at Memorial Stadium.

COLUMN: Rushing was the difference in IU football's loss to Wisconsin

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 4,2017 5:28 p.m.

IU's rushing attack was dominated by Wisconsin.

No. 9 Wisconsin dominates second half in 45-17 win over IU

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 4,2017 5:21 p.m.

The Badgers had possession for two-thirds of the final two quarters.

Sophomore running back Devonte Williams runs the ball against Michigan on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Michigan defeated IU 27-20.

Instant Recap: IU football loses 45-17 against No. 9 Wisconsin

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 4,2017 12:06 p.m.

IU drops to 3-6 on the season and 0-6 in Big Ten play.

Senior kicker Griffin Oakes named Groza Award semifinalist

By IDS staff · Thursday, Nov. 2,2017 1:08 p.m.

Griffin Oakes has missed just one field goal and one extra point this season.

Junior wide receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. runs after a catch against Michigan on Oct. 14 at Memorial Stadium. Cobbs was added to the Biletnikoff Award watch list Wednesday.

IU football wide receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. added to Biletnikoff Award watch list

By IDS staff · Thursday, Nov. 2,2017 9 a.m.

Junior wideout Simmie Cobbs Jr. has racked up 600 receiving yards this season.

Philyor emerges as reliable receiving target for IU football offense

By Cameron Drummond · Thursday, Nov. 2,2017 7:14 a.m.

Whop Philyor set a new freshman record with 13 catches last week.

COLUMN: Season has become a disappointment for IU football

By Andrew Hussey · Tuesday, Oct. 31,2017 7 p.m.

IU has not won a single Big Ten conference game.

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