Football

IU senior wide receiver Whop Philyor jogs to the sidelines Nov. 7, 2020, at Memorial Stadium. Philyor declared for the NFL draft on Jan. 9.

7 former IU football players prepare for Pro Day, NFL Draft

Mar 30, 2021 1:21 pm

IU’s Pro Day will take place Friday at Memorial Stadium.

IU football head coach Tom Allen speaks to incoming freshmen Aug. 23, 2019, at Memorial Stadium for Traditions and Spirit of IU. A press release from IU Athletics on Monday said Allen signed an amendment to his original seven-year contract that will boost his annual pay to $4.9 million through 2027.

Tom Allen, IU agree to restructured contract with average salary of $4.9 million

Mar 8, 2021 11:48 am

IU held its first top ten ranking since 1969 during the 2020 season.

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson throws the football during a game against the Tennessee Titans on Jan. 3 in Houston, Texas. Watson could be on the move this offseason, eyeing a fresh start with a new team.

COLUMN: Where will each player land in this offseason’s NFL quarterback carousel?

Mar 4, 2021 12:24 pm

Columnist Joel Smyth predicts where quarterbacks will call home this offseason.

Former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt walks to the locker room before a game against the Chicago Bears on Dec. 13 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. Watt announced Monday that he will sign with the Arizona Cardinals for next season.

COLUMN: J.J. Watt signing, Russell Wilson drama shake up NFC West picture

Mar 2, 2021 3:37 pm

J.J. Watt announced he signed with the Arizona Cardinals on Monday.

Alabama offensive lineman Alex Leatherwood blocks against Arkansas' Armon Watts on Oct. 6, 2018, at Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

COLUMN: An early seven-round Indianapolis Colts mock draft

Feb 23, 2021 4:53 pm

Columnist Joel Smyth conducts a mock NFL Draft for the Colts.

Former IU quarterback Antwaan Randle El begins a play during the Hoosiers' 2000 victory against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Memorial Stadium. Randle El was named the new Detroit Lions receivers coach Wednesday.

Former IU quarterback Antwaan Randle El joins Detroit Lions coaching staff

Feb 17, 2021 3:20 pm

Randle El is a two-time Super Bowl champion.

COLUMN: The Houston Texans’ downward spiral will not be ending soon

Feb 16, 2021 2:02 pm

Deshaun Watson will be the next star to leave Houston without a replacement.

Alabama Crimson Tide players dunk gatorade on head coach Nick Saban in celebration following the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium on Jan. 11 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

COLUMN: Top-ranked college football teams dominate on the field, then on signing day

Feb 11, 2021 6:54 pm

IU football currently sits at No. 12 of 14 in the Big Ten in recruiting.

A still from "NCAA Football 13" video game is pictured. EA Sports announced Feb. 2 that its NCAA Football series would return soon after a seven-year hiatus.

What IDS staff members want to see in the new EA Sports College Football Game

Feb 11, 2021 4:37 pm

The last college football video game was released in 2013.

IU football hired Kansas City Chiefs running back coach and former IU running backs coach Deland McCullough to the same position Monday.

IU football to bring back running backs coach Deland McCullough

Feb 8, 2021 4:21 pm

McCullough spent the last four seasons as the Kansas City Chiefs’ running backs coach.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady celebrates after winning Super Bowl LV against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. This was Brady's seventh Super Bowl win.

COLUMN: Chiefs falter in Super Bowl LV as Brady solidifies his legendary status

Feb 8, 2021 3:57 pm

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won 31-9 over the Kansas City Chiefs.

IU football players take the field at the start of the game against Ohio State on Sept. 14, 2019, at Memorial Stadium. IU released its updated football schedule Friday.

IU football releases updated 2021 schedule

Feb 5, 2021 2:35 pm

The team's 12-game regular season opens Sept. 4 against Iowa in Iowa City.

Tom Brady calls a play Nov. 29, 2020, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LV on Sunday.

COLUMN: Matchup of legacies to take center stage at Super Bowl LV

Feb 3, 2021 6:41 pm

The Kansas City Chiefs will play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.

‘It was worth the risks’: An inside look at IU football’s historic pandemic season

Feb 1, 2021 4:04 pm

In 2020, IU had a historic winning season while trying to keep players safe.

Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers calls an audible during the first quarter of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Jan. 3 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Rivers announced his retirement from the NFL on Jan. 20, leaving the Colts with a starting quarterback slot to fill.

COLUMN: The Colts should acquire Matthew Stafford to boost their bright future

Jan 26, 2021 2:37 pm

Although the Colts fell in the first round, brighter days are ahead for the organization.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady celebrates a first down against the New Orleans Saints late in the fourth quarter of the NFC Divisional Playoff game Jan. 17 at Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The Buccaneers won the game 30-20 to move onto the NFC Championship game.

OPINION: The NFL Playoffs are down to the reigning champs and three worthy contenders

Jan 19, 2021 3:49 pm

The Bills, Chiefs, Buccaneers, and Packers survive and keep their Super Bowl hopes alive.

IU football head coach Tom Allen points into the air Nov. 14, 2020, in Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan. IU football announced on Sunday the hiring of Georgia defensive backs coach Charlton Warren as defensive coordinator.

IU football hires Georgia defensive backs coach Charlton Warren as defensive coordinator

Jan 17, 2021 6:54 pm

Georgia led the nation in scoring and rushing defense in 2019.

Junior running back Stevie Scott III runs with the ball Nov. 14, 2020, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan. Scott announced on social media Friday he is declaring to the NFL draft.

IU football running back Stevie Scott III declares for NFL Draft

Jan 15, 2021 2:51 pm

Scott led IU with 561 rushing yards and 10 rushing touchdowns in 2020.

IU head football coach Tom Allen pumps his players up before a game Nov. 16, 2019, at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pennsylvania. Six members of the Hoosiers' roster declared for the NFL and will not return to play during the 2021-22 season.

Which IU football players are leaving, and how will it affect the team?

Jan 14, 2021 6:38 pm

Six Hoosiers have declared for the NFL Draft, including receiver Whop Philyor.

IU football head coach Tom Allen points into the air Nov. 14, 2020, in Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Michigan.

IU football’s Tom Allen named AFCA National Coach of the Year

Jan 12, 2021 6:13 pm

Allen is the third Hoosier coach to win the award.