IUFB Recruiting and Transfer Portal Updates

[8bucks]

Saw a lot of speculation about Hoover and IU and some good reasons why we would not likely be talking $ yet with portal guys.  But ESPZYN I think is a little more reputable
 

 

[Hoosier987]

13 hours ago, BtownStrength said:

Yeah he is getting drafted. NFL talent and he seems ready from a physicality standpoint. 

According to SI.com he's the 101st ranked prospect or WR # 13. This would put him in the mid-rounds. He certainly could go pro but he could come back with a premier NIL package. 

[Hoosier987]

13 hours ago, 8bucks said:

Saw a lot of speculation about Hoover and IU and some good reasons why we would not likely be talking $ yet with portal guys.  But ESPZYN I think is a little more reputable
 

 

Let me preface by saying, I would be happy with Hoover. I think he would be a good addition.

My only concern/s with Hoover is his height. Seems like Cig (as do I), prefers the 6'3"+ qbs in the Big Ten, (see Rourke and Mendoza). Hoover is not that. 

Admittedly, I didn't watch a ton of his games, but in the two games I watched TCU, he didn't look off his primary WR (never went through progressions). Hopefully, that was just an anomaly, but if not, could explain his 13 interceptions. 

 

[rcbowla]

1 hour ago, Hoosier987 said:

According to SI.com he's the 101st ranked prospect or WR # 13. This would put him in the mid-rounds. He certainly could go pro but he could come back with a premier NIL package. 

I wouldn't be shocked to see Cooper come back as the #1 with a chance to improve his draft stock. I also wouldn't be shocked if he goes after this year. 

[Stuhoo]

1 hour ago, Hoosier987 said:

Let me preface by saying, I would be happy with Hoover. I think he would be a good addition.

My only concern/s with Hoover is his height. Seems like Cig (as do I), prefers the 6'3"+ qbs in the Big Ten, (see Rourke and Mendoza). Hoover is not that. 

Admittedly, I didn't watch a ton of his games, but in the two games I watched TCU, he didn't look off his primary WR (never went through progressions). Hopefully, that was just an anomaly, but if not, could explain his 13 interceptions. 

 

Hoover reportedly has eyes that are unusually high on his head, allowing for vision that exceeds expectations for his height.

[Stuhoo]

1 minute ago, rcbowla said:

I wouldn't be shocked to see Cooper come back as the #1 with a chance to improve his draft stock. I also wouldn't be shocked if he goes after this year. 

Summary: you won’t be shocked.

[rcbowla]

13 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

Summary: you won’t be shocked.

Correct lol

[Hurryin' Hoosiers]

29 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

Hoover reportedly has eyes that are unusually high on his head, allowing for vision that exceeds expectations for his height.

Seriously?

[Stuhoo]

57 minutes ago, Stuhoo said:

Hoover reportedly has eyes that are unusually high on his head, allowing for vision that exceeds expectations for his height.

 

28 minutes ago, Hurryin' Hoosiers said:

Seriously?

Needs a custom helmet:

[RaceToTheTop]

1 hour ago, Stuhoo said:

Hoover reportedly has eyes that are unusually high on his head, allowing for vision that exceeds expectations for his height.

More like Tyclops Hoover AMIRITE

[Demo]

1 hour ago, Stuhoo said:

Hoover reportedly has eyes that are unusually high on his head, allowing for vision that exceeds expectations for his height.

From his original CTA IU scouting report:

6’1” but has the eye level of a 6’3” player. Having eyes above his hairline requires the player  to keep his head shaved or has vision impairment. Problem could take care of itself over time.

[Stuhoo]

30 minutes ago, Demo said:

From his original CTA IU scouting report:

6’1” but has the eye level of a 6’3” player. Having eyes above his hairline requires the player  to keep his head shaved or has vision impairment. Problem could take care of itself over time.

I for one #LEO the whole hairline situation 

[RaceToTheTop]

QB Alonzo Barnett of James Madison in the portal.  Sun Belt POY

[Stuhoo]

2 minutes ago, RaceToTheTop said:

QB Alonzo Barnett of James Madison in the portal.  Sun Belt POY

Really good football player

[Iufan71]

Anyone have any intel on what is shying away Monshun Sales from picking IU when its in his own backyard?......really wanted  this stud 6'5" Wr. Thanks. 

[Pagoda]

4 minutes ago, Iufan71 said:

Anyone have any intel on what is shying away Monshun Sales from picking IU when it’s in his own backyard?......really wanted  this stud 6'5" Wr. Thanks. 

It’s not direct intel, but he grew up in Alabama.  Moved to Indiana a few years ago.  So, his original connection is actually to Bama.

[AZ Hoosier]

SIAP

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-football-position-by-position-look-at-anticipated-2026-roster-changes/

[68Hoosier]

On 12/27/2025 at 10:05 AM, AZ Hoosier said:

SIAP

https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/iu-football-position-by-position-look-at-anticipated-2026-roster-changes/

Good info here.  Overall, that is a solid group eligible to return.  Let's hope there is not transfers (outgoing) and we build on the base we have coming back.

[AZ Hoosier]

QBs in the portal...

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47427877/2026-ncaa-football-transfer-portal-26-qbs-watch

[68Hoosier]

Top 15 players who entered the college football transfer portal on Christmas weekend

 

3 players from JMU on this list.  One has been there 4 years so has some ties to Coach Cig.