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Indiana's Haines Wins Broyles Award, Credits Coaching Staff

2/18/2026

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Bryant Haines, Indiana's defensive coordinator, received the 2025-26 Broyles Award for the top assistant coach in college football.
Haines said, "This award is so much bigger than me."
He credited his coaching staff for their success.
Under Haines, Indiana's defense ranked in the top five nationally, contributing to the team's undefeated season and national championship.
He signed a three-year contract, signaling no immediate interest in becoming a head coach.

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Bryant Haines, Indiana's defensive coordinator, received the 2025-26 Broyles Award for the top assistant coach in college football.
Haines said, "This award is so much bigger than me."
He credited his coaching staff for their success.
Under Haines, Indiana's defense ranked in the top five nationally, contributing to the team's undefeated season and national championship.
He signed a three-year contract, signaling no immediate interest in becoming a head coach.