2025 IUFB Season

[Stuhoo]

12 minutes ago, southsidehoosier said:

Okay so I’ll try to spin this positively. When Sarratt went down Becker stepped into huge at PSU and now is prob option 1C as our  receiver. Who could be our next Becker at DE in the playoffs?

We certainly can still win a championship.

But losing the physical freak of our defense is irreplaceable.

[IndyHoosier1997]

5 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

Yeah so it’s true 

[Hoosierfan1901]

Just now, IndyHoosier1997 said:

Yeah so it’s true 

Hopefully they are just initially thinking it’s a Patellar Tendon tear before they do further testing. Since sometimes they are wrong on the initial test before further testing. But that might be trying to be hopeful in this situation.

[rcbowla]

21 minutes ago, southsidehoosier said:

Okay so I’ll try to spin this positively. When Sarratt went down Becker stepped into huge at PSU and now is prob option 1C as our  receiver. Who could be our next Becker at DE in the playoffs?

If someone wanted to be negative they would say that it was Daley when he stepped up behind Wyatt. Sorry, this one just really freaking bums me out. 

[realTomCrean]

If it is Patellar Tendon, totally possible that he is still able to play with taping + modern medicine within 3 weeks. This is best case scenario, unless it is a rupture of course

[eddy4iu]

3 minutes ago, rcbowla said:

If someone wanted to be negative they would say that it was Daley when he stepped up behind Wyatt. Sorry, this one just really freaking bums me out. 

Yep - next man up already took place at this key position once. We are definitely now very thin at a key point of our defense. I'd guess sophomore Daniel Ndukwe steps in with RS soph Andrew DePaepe getting some snaps? Just a guess though.

[Stuhoo]

For Patellar Tendinitis (Jumper's Knee) 

• Mild: 

  Can resolve in 3-4 weeks with rest, ice, NSAIDs, and PT; some sports can continue. 

   

• Moderate/Severe: 

  May need 6-8 months for complete recovery with conservative treatment (rest, PT). 

   

For Patellar Tendon Rupture (Tear) - Surgical Recovery 

• Initial Phase (0-6 Weeks): 

  Immobilization in a brace, crutches for non-weight bearing, gentle range-of-motion exercises. 

   

• Early Rehab (6-12 Weeks): 

  Brace comes off, full weight-bearing possible, starting strengthening (straight leg raises, wall slides). 

   

• Intermediate Rehab (3-6 Months):

  Progressing to squats, step-ups, single-leg exercises, stationary bike, swimming. 

   

• Advanced Rehab (6-9+ Months): 

  Sport-specific drills, jumping, hopping; full return to sport often takes 6-9 months, with high-level athletes potentially needing longer. 

   

   

 

[eddy4iu]

10 minutes ago, realTomCrean said:

If it is Patellar Tendon, totally possible that he is still able to play with taping + modern medicine within 3 weeks. This is best case scenario, unless it is a rupture of course

3-12 month recovery for rupture

[Pagoda]

Can I donate my patellar tendon?

[realTomCrean]

https://x.com/joshuaclaybourn/status/1998469335724027984?s=46&t=KBMjZuJJTG50JspPvw-4aA

[jermhoosierfan]

58 minutes ago, southsidehoosier said:

https://x.com/lversichelli/status/1998460303688843380?s=46

 

It looks like something that could happen just walking down the stairs or something.  

[Hoosierfan2017]

This sucks. Wasn’t even doing anything crazy like you might imagine when you hear someone got hurt while celebrating. I also saw some comments saying that it may have come at the end of the game rather than during the celebration. 

Either way, huge loss but gotta have a next man up mentality. At least we have 3.5 weeks to figure it out. 

https://twitter.com/unnecroughness/status/1998468922748637625?s=46&t=LoczziaTWuqlhvyvHGT92A

[WhiteyMcSpeed]

Hopefully Daniel Ndukwe does is best Charlie Becker impersonation. 

[Pagoda]

Well, our betting odds still haven't moved much (~22.5% down to 21% to win it all).  I know this is a significant injury that really hurts, but we still have a decent shot in our games.

I feel very bad for Stephen.  Hopefully he recovers 100% as fast as possible.

[AKHoosier]

Holding out hope he could return for the championship game if we proceed that far.

Not getting my hopes up though.

[Banksyrules]

I have faith in the next man. Want to hear from cig first. 

[go iu bb]

21 minutes ago, Hoosierfan2017 said:

This sucks. Wasn’t even doing anything crazy like you might imagine when you hear someone got hurt while celebrating. I also saw some comments saying that it may have come at the end of the game rather than during the celebration. 

Either way, huge loss but gotta have a next man up mentality. At least we have 3.5 weeks to figure it out. 

https://twitter.com/unnecroughness/status/1998468922748637625?s=46&t=LoczziaTWuqlhvyvHGT92A

My first thought after hearing it was after the game and while celebrating was that he did something crazy. Nope. I'm glad that's not the case but man, this really sucks. Next man up.

[BtownStrength]

Feel horrible for Daley. I'm sure he is devastated 

Edge is very weak for.us with Wyatt and Daley out. Interior is deeper with Wheeler and Ratcliff being competent 2s at DT. Kamara could get shifted back to the role he played last year with Ndukwe filling his current slot. Landino is also quick and agile enough to let him do some rushing off the end, which would probably mean increased snaps for Wheeler. 

[realTomCrean]

https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/indiana/2025.html#all_defense_standard

Just for conversation, obviously the Def staff will come up with a great fix. Daley/Wyatt are responsible for 25+ TFL, 8 sacks, and 60+ tackles. To replace them I would assume two different situations that the coaches will use to mitigate the loss:

1. Replace Daley straight up with Ndukwe, Turvy, and Depaepe's. This allows Kamara to retain position. Most likely scenario IMO

2. Kamara will shift into Daley's place, which I believe was his position last year. This will allow Utzinger/Turner to fill Kamara's role which seems to be in coverage more. Pure conjecture from a novice fan.

Regardless the DE position is extremely thin. We cannot afford for Kamara to get hurt at all. He is undoubtedly the most important player on our defense as far as health goes now. 

[Home Jersey]

I'm absolutely gutted for Daley. Maybe he misses the Rose Bowl but could return later? Doubtful I'm sure. Ugh. We've been so fortunate with the injury bug for the most part. Really hurts to miss him and Wyatt on the edge. Ugh.