Indiana CB D'Angelo Ponds Expected Return Against No. 3 Oregon

Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti expects All-American cornerback D'Angelo Ponds to return from injury and play against No. 3 Oregon this weekend. Ponds missed the recent Iowa game due to a lower body injury, during which the team adjusted to a more zone-focused defense and performed well. The Hoosiers, ranked No. 7 with a veteran roster, face a formidable Oregon team led by quarterback Dante Moore, who boasts one of the highest completion percentages in the country. Cignetti praised Oregon's athleticism, depth, and coaching under Dan Lanning, emphasizing the challenge ahead but expressing confidence in his team's preparation and experience in high-profile games. Ponds' presence is seen as a significant boost, given his impactful defensive stats and special teams contributions this season. The matchup, scheduled for Saturday at Autzen Stadium, is a top-10 contest televised on CBS, highlighting the high stakes of this college football showdown.