Indiana’s rise gives hope to all college football underdogs — yes, even Rutgers

Johnny Langan, former Rutgers quarterback and tight end, is rooting for Indiana to win the national championship, highlighting his undefeated record against both Indiana and Miami, the championship contenders. Langan recalls victories over Indiana and Miami, the latter during his time at Boston College. Indiana's recent rise under coach Curt Cignetti has been remarkable, achieving a 15-0 record and victories over powerhouses like Ohio State, Alabama, and Oregon. This success reflects the potential for rapid transformation in college football due to revenue sharing and NIL payments, enabling programs to compete at the highest level. Indiana's success story is attributed to strategic investments and utilizing resources effectively. This change in college football dynamics offers hope to programs like Rutgers, which recently defeated Indiana, suggesting that such turnarounds are possible in the current era.