IUFB Offseason Updates

[Hovadipo]

CJ West heading to the combine. 

[Demo]

1 hour ago, Hovadipo said:

CJ West heading to the combine. 

I imagine he will test and interview very, very well.

[rcbowla]

On 2/5/2025 at 9:42 PM, go iu bb said:

That was a good one. They asked questions about things I was wondering about. The younger guys on the OL being ready to get some snaps and the CB position.

Just watched this. Man, it's so freaking refreshing listening to your HC and feeling absolutely confident he's got this ****.

[Hovadipo]

Haines is now making $2million a year.

https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/sports/college/iu/2025/02/11/indiana-football-defensive-coordinator-bryant-haines-two-million-salary-highest-paid-assistants/78202925007/

[Demo]

On 2/6/2025 at 7:14 AM, Hovadipo said:

CJ West heading to the combine. 

https://www.nfl.com/news/full-list-of-prospects-invited-to-2025-nfl-scouting-combine?campaign=Twitter_nfl_cfb
 

The full list. Rourke also participating.

[go iu bb]

1 hour ago, Demo said:

https://www.nfl.com/news/full-list-of-prospects-invited-to-2025-nfl-scouting-combine?campaign=Twitter_nfl_cfb
 

The full list. Rourke also participating.

Looks like he and CJ West are the only 2 from IU.

[CSP]

4 minutes ago, go iu bb said:

Looks like he and CJ West are the only 2 from IU.

and what extent can Rourke participate? 

Wait... Wedig didn't get an invite? That's something. 

[Lebowski]

 

[rayl456]

2 hours ago, Lebowski said:

 

Really looking forward to seeing this young man continue to lead the defense.  He’s such a good player.

[Pagoda]

Pam Whitten just got an five year extension.  I'm not providing an opinion on her, I really don't know if she does a good job as President nor is this the forum for such a debate.  Last year was a bit bumpy for her, which makes this notable.

What I do know is she is a big supporter of athletics, especially football, and Cig thanks her along with Scott all the time.  This past fiscal year IU gave the athletic dept a $34M loan mostly used to help deal with Tom's buyout and hiring Cig and staff.  IU has never provided support at this level, the previous largest loan to the AD was $3-4M.  The loan will be paid back as FB revenue increases from scheduled donations, gameday revenue, and media rights. 

I would guess Pam was involved in the aforementioned record level of support, and I think we can expect the increased institutional support we've seen for football to continue.  This should be a good thing, as we know the one sport with a very good ROI is football and it makes sense to invest in it.

[OliviaPope40]

41 minutes ago, Pagoda said:

Pam Whitten just got an five year extension.  I'm not providing an opinion on her, I really don't know if she does a good job as President nor is this the forum for such a debate.  Last year was a bit bumpy for her, which makes this notable.

What I do know is she is a big supporter of athletics, especially football, and Cig thanks her along with Scott all the time.  This past fiscal year IU gave the athletic dept a $34M loan mostly used to help deal with Tom's buyout and hiring Cig and staff.  IU has never provided support a this level, the previous largest loan to the AD was $3-4M.  The loan will be paid back as FB revenue increases from scheduled donations, gameday revenue, and media rights. 

I would guess Pam was involved in the aforementioned record level of support, and I think we can expect the increased institutional support we've seen for football to continue.  This should be a good thing, as we know the one sport with a very good ROI is football and it makes sense to invest in it.

Read an article on that there was one BOT member who voted no. 

[Lebowski]

1 hour ago, Pagoda said:

Pam Whitten just got an five year extension.  I'm not providing an opinion on her, I really don't know if she does a good job as President nor is this the forum for such a debate.  Last year was a bit bumpy for her, which makes this notable.

What I do know is she is a big supporter of athletics, especially football, and Cig thanks her along with Scott all the time.  This past fiscal year IU gave the athletic dept a $34M loan mostly used to help deal with Tom's buyout and hiring Cig and staff.  IU has never provided support a this level, the previous largest loan to the AD was $3-4M.  The loan will be paid back as FB revenue increases from scheduled donations, gameday revenue, and media rights. 

I would guess Pam was involved in the aforementioned record level of support, and I think we can expect the increased institutional support we've seen for football to continue.  This should be a good thing, as we know the one sport with a very good ROI is football and it makes sense to invest in it.

That's the hope at least. I'm just happy IU has finally decided to at least give IUFB a shot. The 2024 Season was one that I will never forget and always cherish. I'm looking forward to more seasons under the current coaching staff. 

[CSP]

50 minutes ago, OliviaPope40 said:

Read an article on that there was one BOT member who voted no. 

they should be voted off the board 

[OliviaPope40]

3 minutes ago, Certified Sunshine Pumper said:

they should be voted off the board 

https://www.indystar.com/story/news/education/2025/02/20/iu-president-pam-whitten-gets-raise-and-contract-extension/79339794007/

Article about the vote.

[Class of '66 Old Fart]

[Lebowski]

Losing an OL due to transfer portal. Best of luck to Vinny. 

I don't like seeing this but also fully understand that is the current landscape of college sports. Hopefully IUFB can find someone in the portal to fill the spot. Having depth in the front 5 is vital to success. 

 

[Hovadipo]

5 minutes ago, Lebowski said:

Losing an OL due to transfer portal. Best of luck to Vinny. 

I don't like seeing this but also fully understand that is the current landscape of college sports. Hopefully IUFB can find someone in the portal to fill the spot. Having depth in the front 5 is vital to success. 

 

I'm almost as excited for the post-spring ball portal window as I was for the December one. Seems like there are always some big fish to be had around then.

[Lebowski]

16 minutes ago, Hovadipo said:

I'm almost as excited for the post-spring ball portal window as I was for the December one. Seems like there are always some big fish to be had around then.

IUFB is on the radar right now. Having a CFP on the belt really helps!

[CSP]

1 hour ago, Lebowski said:

Losing an OL due to transfer portal. Best of luck to Vinny. 

I don't like seeing this but also fully understand that is the current landscape of college sports. Hopefully IUFB can find someone in the portal to fill the spot. Having depth in the front 5 is vital to success. 

 

availability is the best ability, though.... Vinny was out all year this year. 

[Pagoda]

Cignetti interview on the Hoosier Connect pod just came out.  Good stuff.  Link below:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hoosiers-connect-players-perspective/id1761690976?i=1000697633644