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Indiana's Bold Call Leads to Unbeaten Season Glory

11/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Curt Cignetti, Indiana football head coach, chose not to call a timeout on 3rd and 11 to preserve timeouts for defense.
The decision allowed Indiana to maintain possession and set up the final scoring sequence.
Indiana scored the winning touchdown with 35 seconds left.
Indiana remains undefeated at 10-0 this season.

History

Historical Context

The 1945 Indiana Hoosiers football team, under Coach Bo McMillin, achieved an undefeated season with a 9-0-1 record, winning the first Big Ten championship in school history. Notable players included George Taliaferro, the first African-American to lead the Big Ten in rushing. This strategic excellence laid the foundation for Indiana's continued success, reflected in their current undefeated status at 10-0.

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Story summary

Curt Cignetti, Indiana football head coach, chose not to call a timeout on 3rd and 11 to preserve timeouts for defense.
The decision allowed Indiana to maintain possession and set up the final scoring sequence.
Indiana scored the winning touchdown with 35 seconds left.
Indiana remains undefeated at 10-0 this season.

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