Indiana football ascended to new, rare heights at a university richer in basketball tradition. While five national title banners hang inside Assembly Hall, only two Big Ten championships are attached to football. But Saturday's win over Oregon increases a third possibility.

Indiana turned to a calm and poised Fernando Mendoza, plus a highly-ranked defense, to prevail 30-20 on the road. IU lowered the decibel levels inside one of the louder venues in the nation Autzen Stadium — and delivered a statement top 10 win.

The Hoosiers likely will crack inside the top five by Sunday. Indiana increased its Big Ten title chances…including potentially securing one of the top four seeds in the College Football Playoffs for these reasons.

Indiana has taken down two highly-ranked foes

The Hoosiers

See Full Page