BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana football team is keeping its focus on the task at hand as it prepares for the 100th Old Oaken Bucket Game.

The No. 2 Hoosiers (11-0, 8-0 Big Ten) are a win away from clinching their first appearance in the Big Ten title game, but that’s not a topic that interests IU coach Curt Cignetti.

“We are 100% focused on Purdue and nothing else,” Cignetti said. “We have respect for Purdue. If you don't respect your opponent, then you're starting in a bad spot. I respect what I see on tape.”

Cignetti has used his weekly press conferences this season as a way to preview the message he delivers straight to his locker room.

Based on Cignetti’s comments Monday, his players should expect to hear how this year's Boilermakers team (2-9, 0-9) is a much improved group from la

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