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It’s No. 4 Ohio State vs. No. 5 Indiana in Bloomington, and the stakes couldn’t be much higher. 🏈 The Hoosiers are getting 3.5 points at home, the Buckeyes are coming to town, and the CrimsonCASH crew is trying to figure out whether IU can pull off another statement win. Is Indiana being disrespected again, or is Ohio State just that good?James and Scott are back to break down the biggest game of the week, run through the Big Ten betting board, and attempt to recover from a brutal 2-8 week of picks. Hey, at least we’re still up on the season!🔥 On this week’s CrimsonCASH:🏈 Indiana vs. Ohio State: Can IU’s defense contain Jeremiah Smith? Can the Hoosiers protect Josh Hoover, establish the run, and finish drives? We’re breaking down the matchup and why Indiana +3.5 might be the play.📊 The Rankings Debate: If Indiana beats Ohio State, how high should the Hoosiers climb? And if IU loses, just how far will the voters drop them?💰 Big Ten Betting Picks:Rutgers vs. MarylandPenn State vs. MichiganWisconsin vs. UCLANebraska vs. OregonNorthwestern vs. Michigan StateWashington vs. PurdueOhio State vs. Indiana🔥 Hoosier Hot Streak: We’re resetting the streak and riding with Indiana +3.5 against the Buckeyes.🎰 Stupid Parlay of the Week: Nebraska pulling off an upset in Oregon? Northwestern rolling? We’ve got two parlays, some questionable decisions, and a little help from the sportsbook profit boosts.🍕 Slice of the Pie: We’re putting Notre Dame vs. BYU up for this week’s vote. Who’s covering? Make your pick and help somebody win some pizza!🏀 Bonus NBA Betting Talk: Are the Indiana Pacers being seriously undervalued? We’re talking Pacers win total futures and why the over on 44.5 wins has our attention.Now we want to hear from you!Does Indiana beat Ohio State in Bloomington? Are you taking the Hoosiers +3.5, or are the Buckeyes covering?Drop your picks in the comments, and don’t forget to vote in this week’s Slice of the Pie!👍 Like the video, subscribe to the Back Home Network, and join us every week for more college football picks, betting talk, and CrimsonCASH.CrimsonCASH is proudly part of the Back Home Network.👕 Presented by Homefield ApparelUse promo code HOME for 15% off your first purchase.🏨 Posh HotelUse promo code POSHXCC for a special guest gift at check-in.#IndianaFootball #IUFootball #OhioState #CollegeFootball #BigTen #SportsBetting #CrimsonCASH #BackHomeNetwork

Indiana football is less than 48 hours from a top-five showdown with Ohio State, and Galen Clavio is joined by Brooks White and Andrew Garrison of the Hoosier Network for a final deep dive into the matchup.The biggest challenge is obvious: Jeremiah Smith. The group examines how Bryant Haines might approach Ohio State’s superstar receiver, why Indiana’s defensive front could be the key to disrupting Julian Sayin, and how red-zone defense may matter more than completely shutting Smith down.But Ohio State has problems of its own. Josh Hoover, Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker give Indiana a dangerous downfield passing attack, while Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. will try to get the running game back on track after Nebraska committed heavily to stopping it.They also discuss the massive student buzz surrounding the game, why Indiana may match up better with Ohio State than the national conversation suggests, and whether Hoover will need to take more chances against an elite Buckeye defense.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Indiana Hoosiers football coverage.

Indiana football hosts Ohio State in the first top-five matchup ever played at Memorial Stadium, and Galen Clavio and Rhett Lewis break down the biggest strategic questions facing the Hoosiers.The matchup starts with Jeremiah Smith and Julian Sayin against an Indiana defense that looks very different from last season’s championship group. Galen and Rhett examine how A.J. Harris and the IU secondary might handle Smith, why getting pressure with four rushers could change the entire game, and the importance of keeping Ohio State’s rushing attack from becoming a second major problem.Offensively, Indiana needs to rediscover the explosive running game that powered wins over Northwestern and Rutgers. Turbo Richard, Lee Beebe Jr., Josh Hoover, Charlie Becker and Nick Marsh give the Hoosiers multiple answers — and the emergence of tight end Trevor Gibbs adds another wrinkle Ohio State now has to prepare for.Plus: why Nebraska may have strengthened this Indiana team, the importance of field position and special teams, and the mentality Rhett expects from Curt Cignetti’s unbeaten Hoosiers entering their biggest home game yet.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Big Red Carpet coverage throughout Indiana-Ohio State week.

Indiana basketball has played its first exhibition of the 2026-27 season, and Andrew Garrison joins Galen Clavio to break down what stood out from IU’s win over Butler at Hinkle Fieldhouse.The biggest takeaway was exactly what Darian DeVries wanted to see: rebounding. After struggling badly on the glass last season, Indiana’s rebuilt frontcourt showed much more size and physicality, with Samet Yigitoglu creating problems inside and the Hoosiers controlling the boards.The freshman class also provided plenty to discuss. Trevor Manhertz may have been the biggest surprise, showing shooting touch, rebounding ability and the versatility to earn meaningful minutes. Andrew also evaluates Prince-Alexander Moody, Vaughn Karvala and the role each freshman could eventually play.There’s also a closer look at Markus Burton, Indiana’s perimeter defense, some early concerns surrounding Darren Harris, and what IU still needs to learn before its next exhibition against North Carolina.Plus, Galen and Andrew briefly discuss Curt Cignetti’s unusually revealing comments ahead of Indiana football’s showdown with Ohio State.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast coverage of Indiana basketball and football.

Indiana football is 6-0 after a dramatic 20-17 comeback win at Nebraska, and Galen Clavio and Scott Caulfield break down how the Hoosiers survived their toughest test of the season.Nebraska controlled the ball for nearly 40 minutes, shut down Indiana’s running game and built a 17-6 fourth-quarter lead. Then everything changed. Josh Hoover hit Nick Marsh for a 75-yard touchdown, Indiana’s defense continued its second-half adjustment, and Marsh struck again for the game-winning score.Galen and Scott examine why Curt Cignetti, Bryant Haines and Mike Shanahan deserve so much credit for the in-game adjustments, how Indiana changed its approach to Anthony Colandrea, and why the Hoosiers’ ability to avoid turnovers and limit mistakes continues to separate them in close games.They also dig into IU’s offensive-line issues, field-position problems, A.J. Harris’ return, the defensive front and the unanswered questions that remain before Ohio State comes to Bloomington for a top-five matchup.Plus: Recite the Drives, Galen’s first-hand experience inside Nebraska’s Memorial Stadium, and a guest review of the road trip from his daughter.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Indiana Hoosiers football coverage.

Indiana football is in Lincoln for a major road test against Nebraska, and Galen Clavio is joined by Kamady Rudd for a lighter CrimsonCast look at what it feels like to be the defending national champions — and how much the culture around IU football has changed.Galen shares impressions from Indiana’s trip to Rutgers and the very different atmosphere surrounding Nebraska football. The conversation turns to the pressure that comes with being the team everyone wants to beat, why Northwestern’s close game with IU may look different in hindsight, and how the transfer portal and NIL era have made early-season judgments harder than ever.They also talk about Nebraska volleyball, the significance of Tyrese Haliburton showing up at an IU volleyball match, and Indiana Athletics becoming increasingly connected to broader pop culture and campus life.Plus: SEC-style tailgate fashion, sorority social media, a callback to Purdue’s infamous comments about Indiana — and another CrimsonCast Dog of the Week.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Indiana Hoosiers coverage.

Indiana football heads to Lincoln for a matchup of 5-0 teams, and Galen Clavio is joined by Andrew Garrison and Brooks White from the Hoosier Network to break down what could be IU’s biggest test of the season so far.The group starts with what stood out in Indiana’s 47-15 win at Rutgers: Turbo Richard’s explosive rushing, Josh Hoover finally connecting consistently downfield, and a defensive front that appears to be hitting its stride.Then the focus shifts to Nebraska and quarterback Anthony Colandrea. His mobility creates a fascinating challenge for an Indiana defense that has occasionally struggled to finish plays against running quarterbacks. The question is whether Nebraska has enough around Colandrea to consistently stress IU — especially if the Hoosiers can contain him in the pocket and limit his connection with Kwazi Gilmer.On the other side, Indiana’s offense may present an even bigger problem for Nebraska. Hoover looked increasingly comfortable against Rutgers, while Richard, Charlie Becker, Nick Marsh and the rest of IU’s skill talent continue to give defenses multiple problems at once.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Indiana football coverage.

Indiana football won a national championship with a roster that, by traditional recruiting logic, should not have been anywhere close to the title. Galen Clavio and Mike Wiemuth dig into the numbers behind Curt Cignetti’s extraordinary ability to identify and develop overlooked talent — and why Indiana’s success may represent a genuine break from the way college football has historically worked.The centerpiece is the Blue-Chip Ratio. Recent national champions typically built rosters with more than half their players coming from four- and five-star recruits. Indiana’s championship team was at just 8%. Mike then compares Cignetti’s results with NFL draft probabilities and finds an even more remarkable pattern: at James Madison, his lower-rated recruits produced NFL Draft picks at nearly 10 times the expected rate.Galen and Mike compare that performance with coaches such as Nick Saban, Dabo Swinney, James Franklin and Matt Rhule, then explore the possible explanations: elite scouting, player evaluation, mentality, development, the transfer portal and Cignetti’s unusual career path.Is Indiana discovering a new Moneyball model for college football — or is Cignetti simply impossible to replicate?Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast, X’s and Joe’s and Indiana football analysis.

Galen Clavio recaps Indiana’s dominant 47-15 road win over Rutgers, a performance that moves the Hoosiers to 5-0 and restores plenty of confidence after the tighter Northwestern game.Turbo Richard rushed for 204 yards, Josh Hoover was efficient and turnover-free, and Nick Marsh and Charlie Becker both went over 100 receiving yards. Galen breaks down why Indiana’s combination of backs, receivers and offensive-line play is becoming such a difficult matchup.The defense continued to shut down opposing rushing attacks, while the episode also examines Indiana’s pass rush, the advanced statistical trends from the last three games and the remarkable fact that IU finished the night without a penalty.Plus: Recite the Drives, special-teams concerns, a deeper look at the running back room and an early preview of what should be a much more revealing test against Nebraska.

Indiana football heads to Rutgers for its first road game of 2026, and Galen Clavio is joined by Kamady Rudd for a lighter CrimsonCast look at the weekend — plus an important late injury update involving Lee Beebe Jr., Turbo Richard and Indiana’s running back room.Galen opens with the latest availability news. Beebe and Sean Cuono were listed as questionable, Khobie Martin remained out, and Turbo Richard’s status was still worth watching. With Indiana’s depth suddenly being tested at running back, the episode looks at how the Hoosiers could manage carries against Rutgers.There’s also a quick IU Athletics update after Indiana volleyball pushed No. 6 Wisconsin to five sets and Indiana men’s soccer prepared for a major matchup with Maryland.Then Kamady joins the show to talk about the nerves that came with Indiana’s close Northwestern win, how quickly Hoosier fans have adjusted to winning, what IU’s first road trip should feel like, and the essentials for an Indiana football watch party — including an extensive and highly important discussion of dips, Doritos and game-day food.Plus: another CrimsonCast Dog of the Week and Galen’s Rutgers travel plans. Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast and Indiana Hoosiers coverage.

Indiana hits the road for the first time this season, and Vegas is asking the Hoosiers to lay a lot of points. On this week’s CrimsonCASH, Scott and James break down IU at Rutgers, explain why Indiana has become tougher to bet this season, and work through the best betting spots across the Big Ten. 🏈 On this episode:Indiana at Rutgers — can IU cover 24.5 on the road?Why the IU-Rutgers over at 56.5 catches James’ eyeHas Vegas finally caught up to the Hoosiers?Maryland at Nebraska and one of the strongest plays on the boardPurdue at IllinoisWashington at USC and questions surrounding the TrojansMinnesota getting points at home against MichiganOhio State laying nearly two touchdowns at KinnickPenn State at NorthwesternThis week’s Hot Streak betsThe latest Keegan’s Slice of the Pie after last week’s USC lossAn early look at Florida-MissouriA Gambling with Grok update after last week’s winning spread betJames’ Hot Streak card starts with IU-Rutgers over 56.5, then adds Nebraska -13.5 on an alternate line. And after two years of finding value betting Indiana, the guys discuss why the defending national champs have become a much different proposition at the window. Drop your best bet for the weekend in the comments, and subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCASH and Indiana coverage.CrimsonCASH — a proud podcast of the Back Home Network.TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS00:03:53 — Welcome to CrimsonCASH00:05:51 — Maryland at Nebraska00:07:06 — Purdue at Illinois00:08:00 — Washington at USC00:09:06 — Michigan at Minnesota00:10:47 — Michigan State at Wisconsin00:11:36 — Ohio State at Iowa00:12:55 — Penn State at Northwestern00:15:28 — Indiana at Rutgers betting preview00:17:52 — Has Vegas caught up to Indiana?00:18:43 — Hot Streak: IU-Rutgers over + Nebraska00:19:18 — Keegan’s Slice of the Pie00:21:16 — Gambling with Grok update00:22:11 — Wrap-upNote: timestamps may not appear as clickable links for every listener depending on platform/app.

What does ESPN FPI actually measure — and why can its rankings look so different from what you see on the field? Galen Clavio breaks down the difference between FPI Power Index and FPI Efficiency, then uses the latest numbers to evaluate Indiana and the rest of the Big Ten.The key distinction: FPI’s power ranking is forward-looking and predictive, incorporating opponent-adjusted results along with preseason information and priors. The efficiency ratings are different — they focus on what teams have actually done so far, adjusting performance for opponent and game situation across offense, defense and special teams.That distinction matters for Indiana football. The Hoosiers are seventh in the current FPI power ranking but tenth in overall efficiency, with a top-10 offense, top-20 defense and much weaker special-teams number. Galen also looks at Georgia, Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, Iowa, USC and Purdue to show how the underlying efficiency data can reveal strengths and weaknesses that the headline ranking does not.Subscribe to the Back Home Network for more CrimsonCast, Indiana football and college football analysis throughout the season.