MICHAEL MAROT
Indiana's Shaun Shivers (2) celebrates after scoring the go-ahead touchdown late in the fourth quarter of the team's NCAA college football game against Illinois, Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 23-20. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Bazelak composure helping him settle in as Hoosiers new QB

By Michael Marot Sep. 08, 2022 11:14 AM EDT
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Connor Bazelak stood at the microphone last weekend, every

Illinois's Pat Bryant (13) is tackled by Indiana's Devon Matthews (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Bazelak leads Hoosiers past Illinois 23-20 with late rally

By Michael Marot Sep. 03, 2022 12:29 AM EDT
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Connor Bazelak wanted a fresh start at Indiana.

Purdue wide receiver Charlie Jones is tackled by Penn State cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (9) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Thursday, Sept. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Clifford's masterful final drive sends Penn St. past Purdue

By Michael Marot Sep. 02, 2022 12:22 AM EDT
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Sean Clifford avenged his biggest mistake Thursday night

FILE - Purdue quarterback Aidan O'Connell (16) throws a pass against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Penn State thinks it can unseat Ohio State and Michigan as the top team in the Big Ten East. Purdue believes it can win the wide open Big Ten West. Thursday night's season opener could play a big part in what happens next. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
O'Connell's steady rise keeps Purdue in Big Ten title hunt

By Michael Marot Aug. 31, 2022 10:59 AM EDT
Aidan O'Connell arrived at Purdue in 2017 as a hopeful, exuberant teenager.

Illinois quarterback Tommy DeVito carries a game ball as he is hugged by a teammate after their win over Wyoming in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
New, improved quarterbacks give some Big Ten teams new look

By Michael Marot Aug. 30, 2022 02:16 PM EDT
Northwestern quarterback Ryan Hilinski looked like a different player in the season

FILE - In this Dec. 30, 2019, file photo, Mississippi State head coach Joe Moorhead watches from the sideline in the first half of the Music City Bowl NCAA college football game against Louisville, in Nashville, Tenn. From new Akron coach Joe Moorhead to Central Michigan's Lew Nichols' pursuit of 2,000 yards, there are plenty of intriguing storylines around the league. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)
MAC PREVIEW: Huskies loading up to chase 2nd straight crown

By Michael Marot Aug. 24, 2022 09:07 AM EDT
Northern Illinois went from lovable underdog to leader of the Mid-American Conference

Purdue's Cam Allen talks to reporters during an NCAA college football news conference at the Big Ten Conference media days, at Lucas Oil Stadium, Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Purdue hopes to build off momentum in wide open Big Ten West

By Michael Marot Aug. 15, 2022 01:31 PM EDT
Coach Jeff Brohm's creative offense put Purdue back in the national conversation in

Indiana tight end AJ Barner talks to reporters during an NCAA college football news conference at the Big Ten Conference media days, at Lucas Oil Stadium, Tuesday, July 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Hoosiers looking for a turnaround after dismal 2021 season

By Michael Marot Aug. 15, 2022 01:28 PM EDT
Indiana linebacker Cam Jones and quarterback Jack Tuttle took matters into their own

Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford talks to reporters during an NCAA college football news conference at the Big Ten Conference media days, at Lucas Oil Stadium, Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Old-guy quarterbacks could give Big Ten different look

By Michael Marot Jul. 27, 2022 05:27 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The story of Sean Clifford and Tanner Morgan's began on a seventh

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh talks to reporters during an NCAA college football news conference at the Big Ten Conference media days, at Lucas Oil Stadium, Tuesday, July 26, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Big Ten coaches relying heavily on revamped defenses

By Michael Marot Jul. 26, 2022 05:25 PM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh watched his star-studded defense lead

Georgia's Zamir White celebrates after running for a touchdown during the second half of the College Football Playoff championship football game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Notebook: Alabama struggled to turn red zone trips into TDs

By Michael Marot Jan. 11, 2022 01:28 AM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Alabama had plenty of chances Monday — but rarely turned those

Salaam, Luck headline College Football Hall of Fame class

By Michael Marot Jan. 10, 2022 04:21 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Late Heisman Trophy winner Rashaan Salaam of Colorado and two

Alabama wide receiver Ja'Corey Brooks (7) celebrates after catching a pass and scoring a touchdown against Cincinnati during the first half of the Cotton Bowl NCAA College Football Playoff semifinal game, Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)
Alabama has plenty of replacements for injured WR Metchie

By Michael Marot Jan. 09, 2022 02:27 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — When Alabama receiver John Metchie III crumpled to the ground

Alabama coach Nick Saban, second from left, and the team get off the plane at an airport in Indianapolis on Friday, Jan. 7, 2022. Alabama is scheduled to play Georgia on Monday in the College Football Playoff championship game. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Alabama, Georgia receive warm welcome in frigid Indianapolis

By Michael Marot Jan. 07, 2022 09:09 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Coach Nick Saban walked off Alabama's team plane Friday night to

Michigan tight end Joel Honigford (84) celebrates at the end of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Indianapolis. Michigan won 42-3. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
No. 2 Michigan takes Big Ten in rout, makes playoff pitch

By Michael Marot Dec. 04, 2021 11:51 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Michigan ignored the preseason predictions, the early poll

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to reporters during a news conference ahead of the NCAA college football Big Ten Championship against Michigan, Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021, at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City, Iowa. (Joseph Cress/Iowa City Press-Citizen via AP)
Big Ten tilt: Michigan chases playoff bid, title vs. Iowa

By Michael Marot Dec. 02, 2021 01:00 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Iowa opened this season as the trendy pick to finish second

Purdue's Branson Deen (58), Jaylan Alexander and Mahamane Moussa (64) carry the Old Oaken Bucket after Purdue defeated Indiana 44-7 in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in West Lafayette, Ind.(AP Photo/Darron Cummings
Purdue takes back Old Oaken Bucket with 44-7 rout of Indiana

By Michael Marot Nov. 27, 2021 07:14 PM EST
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Quarterback Aidan O'Connell started his Purdue

Indiana quarterback Grant Gremel (16) throws against Minnesota in the second half during an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Indiana, Purdue eager to resume Old Oaken Bucket rivalry

By Michael Marot Nov. 26, 2021 03:10 AM EST
Jeff Brohm and Tom Allen grew up watching college rivalries from vastly

Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck claps after his team scored against Indiana in the first half during an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Gophers knock out Hoosiers with 1st-half flurry, win 35-14

By Michael Marot Nov. 20, 2021 07:03 PM EST
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Tyler Nubin’s interception gave Minnesota a chance to

Indiana head coach Tom Allen talks with an official during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Hoosiers try to salvage tough season with win over Gophers

By Michael Marot Nov. 18, 2021 02:45 PM EST
Indiana coach Tom Allen was unhappy with last weekend's performance.