Nick Marsh was known for making highlight-reel catches, and the Michigan State transfer wasted little time leaving an impression on IU.

New Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover threw a second-quarter touchdown while blood gushed down his face against North Texas on Sept. 5.

Jeremiah Smith is the clear WR1 prospect for 2027, but Indiana could have the next two receivers off the board.

The Hoosiers won by a sizable margin, sure, but it's back to class as the defense and rushing attack need to clean things up. Here is the report card:

Social Media Reaction Following Nick Marsh's Incredible Touchdown to Start the 2026 Indiana football season.

Josh Hoover, bloody nose and all, threw for 231 yards and four touchdowns, including a 15-yard score on his first pass with No. 6 Indiana, and Turbo Richard rushed for two more scores to help the defending national champs open the season with a 52-16 rout of North Texas on Saturday.

The Indiana Hoosiers mascot Hoosier the Bison zip-lined into Memorial Stadium, then drove an IndyCar around the field during the pregame spectacle.

Beyoncé is directing funds to assist relief efforts in Indiana, where flooding has left over 1,000 people displaced.