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Jack Ankony

Jack Ankony

Joined: Apr 11, 2022

Jack Ankony is a Sports Illustrated/FanNation writer for HoosiersNow.com. He graduated from Indiana University's Media School with a degree in journalism. Follow on Twitter @ankony_jack.

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti talks to the defense against Maryland at Memorial Stadium.

Football Blue Blood, ‘Emerging Superpower’ Meet in College Football Playoff

Indiana and Notre Dame football have vastly different histories, but the in-state foes meet Friday in the College Football Playoff with the same goal of winning a national championship.

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Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke (9) and the Hoosiers against Ohio State at Ohio Stadium.
Football

Jack’s Take: 3 Biggest Questions For Indiana-Notre Dame College Football Playoff Game

Three notable factors in Indiana’s playoff game at Notre Dame will be how the Hoosiers’ offensive line protects Kurtis Rourke, how Indiana’s top-ranked rush defense fares against a potent Notre Dame run game, and which team wins the turnover battle.

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Quarterback Kurtis Rourke threw for 349 yards and six touchdowns in the snow during Indiana's 66-0 win over Purdue.
Football

Curt Cignetti Hoping For Snow in Playoff Game at Notre Dame

The Hoosiers shared thoughts on the potential for snow in South Bend, Ind., for Friday’s College Football Playoff game against Notre Dame.

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Indiana coach Curt Cignetti celebrates defeating Michigan at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Curt Cignetti Reaffirms Intention To Remain Indiana Football Coach

On Wednesday’s Pat McAfee Show, Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti said, “This is where it ends for me.”

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Indiana tight end Zach Horton (44) celebrates after a touchdown against Michigan State at Spartan Stadium.
Football

Zach Horton’s ‘Blood And Guts’ Style Key To Indiana Football’s Success

Indiana tight end Zach Horton’s receiving production doesn’t flash in the box score, but his blocking, leadership and mentality have made him an integral piece to the Hoosiers’ 11-1 season.

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Indiana's Jakai Newton (0) scores against Marian at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
Basketball

Indiana Guard Jakai Newton Out Indefinitely After Surgery

After missing the entire 2023-24 season with an injury, Indiana announced Wednesday that Jakai Newton is out indefinitely.

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Indiana running back Justice Ellison speaks to the media before Friday's College Football Playoff game at Notre Dame.
Football

Indiana’s Justice Ellison Seeking Revenge Against Notre Dame

Justice Ellison and several Indiana teammates played against Notre Dame at their previous schools. They’re excited for another chance to defeat the Fighting Irish, this time on a much bigger stage.

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Dominique Ratcliff previously played at Texas State and Louisiana.
Football

Texas State Transfer Dominique Ratcliff Commits to Indiana

Defensive tackle Dominique Ratcliff made 22 tackles, five quarterback hits, 3.5 tackles for loss and two sacks during the 2024 season.

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Indiana's Aiden Fisher (4) and D'Angelo Ponds (5) celebrate a fumble recovery against Michigan.
Football

Indiana's Aiden Fisher, D'Angelo Ponds Make FWAA All-American Team

Linebacker Aiden Fisher and Cornerback D'Angelo Ponds were named to the FWAA All-American team after leading Indiana in tackles and pass breakups, respectively.

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Indiana's James Carpenter (99) celebrates with Daniel Ndukwe (91) after Ndukwe blocked a punt against Maryland at Memorial Stadium.
Football

From Walk-On To College Football Playoff, James Carpenter Ready For Final Run

Indiana defensive tackle James Carpenter began his career as a walk-on at James Madison, an FCS program at the time. Back then, he wouldn’t have believed it was possible that he’s now preparing for the College Football Playoff.

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Indiana's Mikail Kamara (6) celebrates against Michigan at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Indiana's Mikail Kamara Named AP Third-Team All-American

Edge rusher Mikail Kamara was the lone Hoosier to make the Associated Press All-American team.

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Northern Illinois cornerback transfer Amariyun Knighten committed to Indiana.
Football

Northern Illinois Transfer Amariyun Knighten Commits to Indiana

After three seasons at Northern Illinois, cornerback Amariyun Knighten announced he will transfer to Indiana.

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