No. 11 Indiana Faces Hostile Iowa Defense in Crucial Big Ten Clash

Indiana football, currently ranked No. 11 and undefeated at 4-0, is set to face Iowa in a highly anticipated Big Ten matchup at Kinnick Stadium. Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, facing Iowa for the first time, has prepared his team for the hostile environment and praised Iowa's head coach Kirk Ferentz, who has the most wins in Big Ten history. Iowa, with a 3-1 record and coming off a recent turnover break, is led by graduate quarterback Mark Gronowski and boasts a strong defensive front, holding opponents to just 60.8 rushing yards per game. Indiana's offense, featuring standout performances from quarterback Fernando Mendoza and a powerful rushing attack led by Roman Hemby, Kaelon Black, and Khobie Martin, ranks among the nation's best. Despite Indiana's past struggles at Kinnick Stadium, the Hoosiers are confident and focused on winning this business trip. The matchup also marks Iowa's homecoming game, with both teams entering with strong momentum in conference play.