Artie86

....yes, it's a shame. At some point his extreme height will only get him so far and then his lack of foot speed and overall strength has him boxed into a corner. jmo

....and with that being said, why wouldn't anyone NOT want to play for Coach Cignetti and IU? That's what goes through my mind with a player like, 4* RB Isaiah Rogers. It's been mentioned that Notre Dame may be the leader now. If more money or a bidding war is part of it, then you know how Coach Cignetti feels about that. https://hoosierstateofmind.com/hoosiers-losing-ground-to-in-state-rival-as-elite-4-star-rb-nears-commitment-decision-01kmxpw22evd

....sometimes I wake up and say, "Is this real life?" lol

IU bb has been connected with Bradley sophomore guard ….. It could be this guy…. Jaquan "Bully" Johnson is a standout MVC player known as a "bulldog" (or "Bully") for his physical, downhill style, averaging 16.9 points and 2.5 steals in 2025-26. The 5'11" Milwaukee native, nicknamed for his tough, scrappy play style, entered the NCAA transfer portal in March 2026.

....now, what's your prediction? Since your latest post of his brother, Reece just getting an offer from IU. I definitely like how this is potentially shaping up!

....I've seen this video countless times and it never gets old! After IU's blocked punt and touchdown, the second best part of this video is the priceless reaction from Miami's coaching staff AND thier fans!

..... Cignetti is also big on preserving the culture of his program. He says he won’t budge when transfer prospects make demands. “When I have a guy and they want to be promised this or that, playing time, they’ve told me ‘I’m going to start,’ no, no. I’ve never done that and never would,” Cignetti said. “How could I possibly not lose the locker room if I’m promising guys that they will do this or they will do that? Everything’s earned.” ......it's so comforting knowing that we have a leader in Coach Cignetti who always sticks to his guns without hesitation. When any coach in any sport can get that rare type of respect followed by repeated, positive results,....it's thing of beauty!

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/typically-careful-with-words-scott-dolson-sent-a-strong-message-to-iu-basketball-fans/ This article is where the quote that Dolson mentions "building a roster to just get by" in a short amount of time....

......I know this has been posted before, but the more I read it, Dolson's comments made sort of had me scratching my head. Did Dolson allow sort of a "cheap roster, scab" team to get us to 2026? lol We did get a gem when we landed Wilkerson. Indiana AD Scott Dolson commended coach Darian DeVries for assembling the 2025-26 basketball roster quickly under difficult circumstances, describing it as a group meant to "get us through this season". The roster was viewed as a temporary fix, with plans for a more intentional team build in the 2026-27 season.

...apparently you didn't catch my obvious sarcasm......

....Dolson can really earn his AD of the Year award he just recieved for 2025-2026 if Devries can get things turned around next year.

>>>insert sarcasm here.... .....that award HAS to be for "Best AD Of The Year for Football". lol

....I would imagine we will start hearing chatter about current IU players either entering the transfer portal or staying soon. I also wouldn't be surprised to hear of DeVries making some coaching staff changes.

lol....Obviously there are better teams getting paid, but yes,......money/NIL is part of the issue with certain players, not the sole issue.

Coach Cignetti......

......Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti has established a strict team-first culture, emphasizing that players focused solely on money, especially those asking for NIL funds immediately, will not play for the Hoosiers. Cignetti, who led Indiana to an 11-2 season in 2024, prioritizes commitment and development over a "bidding war" mentality. ....and this philosophy won't change either!

...you have to admit,.... Pre - NIL,........ all players had was what they brought to a team, the desire to play for "that coach" or "that school" and the hopes that a great season/seasons will get you noticed and closer to the NBA. Current - NIL,.......It's a double edge sword! Money changes everything no matter what you say or think. Yes it can bring in unlikely players who normally wouldn't come and help change the direction of that university. IMO, It also might cloud/soften certain players desire and will to play to their highest potential. I say this, because of quite possibly, the large amount of money these players are paid sometimes creates a false security as if they have "finally made it". All this being said, I can see some players thinking this way, especially at the end of their college playing career.

.....Here's a dramatic 180 ! Remember the days when opposing football teams circled IU as an easy win on Saturday and we usually circled those as probable loses? My, how the times have changed.....

....might need a beeper too! lol

....I honestly can't stop thinking about Mendoza's failed attempt to call Coach Smart an commit to Georgia!! He mentioned that both schools were close, but ultimately, he really wanted to go to Georgia over IU. Obivously he is an incredible young man and his faith is a huge part of his life. Him saying that "it must me a sign that the call didn't go through" and "wanting to sleep on it" tells me alot. IMO, his heart was telling him to go to IU but his head was telling him he should go to Georgia because of the continued history and success of that program. I really think he was totally relieved that the call didn't go through, honestly. Now he could go where his heart was calling him. That's my take. lol

...OMG, that's hilarous!

.....also not surprised that there is nothing yet on ESPN, even under NCAAF about Haines getting the Broyles Award.

I love this quote in a recent Sports Illustrated article interview of Coach DeVries….. Coach DeVries is completely transparent in his explanation and admits that he feels he and his coaches “messed up/overlooked” a player’s utilization,(Sam Alexis)…. He and his coaching staff worked together and made a change. Coach Woodson would have said, “ It’s my job and it’s on me to get these players ready to play better and get them over the hump….!” We all know this statement was repeated countless times after a poor performance followed up by the same results.

....if your looking for growth and making comparisons, remember that Oregon only lost by 4 at Purdue.

....this 2 game winning streak was just what the doctor ordered. There's nothing better than a happier locker room.