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Indiana Hoosiers Stay Undefeated, Edge Iowa 20-15

10/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Indiana Hoosiers narrowly defeated Iowa 20-15 to remain undefeated.
Mendoza went 13-of-23 for 233 yards and threw his first interception. The running game averaged 2.7 yards per carry.
Indiana's defense held Iowa to 284 yards and recorded two interceptions.
Indiana is No. 8 and faces No. 2 Oregon on Oct 11. Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) pegs 29.8%.

History

Historical Context

The Indiana Hoosiers men's basketball team, under coach Bob Knight, achieved an unprecedented 32-0 record during the 1976 season, securing the NCAA championship. This remains the last undefeated season in NCAA Division I history. As the current football team aims for an undefeated season against No. 2 Oregon, Indiana's athletic legacy continues to thrive, drawing significant media attention, including a projected 29.8% viewership from ESPN.

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Story summary

Indiana Hoosiers narrowly defeated Iowa 20-15 to remain undefeated.
Mendoza went 13-of-23 for 233 yards and threw his first interception. The running game averaged 2.7 yards per carry.
Indiana's defense held Iowa to 284 yards and recorded two interceptions.
Indiana is No. 8 and faces No. 2 Oregon on Oct 11. Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) pegs 29.8%.

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