BIG 10 Conference - Indiana Hoosiers Preview
After their first 5 games in 05, Indiana looked to be on the verge of going bowling for the first time since 1993. However once the schedule got tougher, the sense of confidence that new HC Terry Hoeppner instilled in his team wasn't enough, and the teams impressive stats plummeted. Indy was once again forced to watch Bowl week wondering what could have been.
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The Hoosiers are wiping the slate clean for 2006, and they definitely have a roster on hand that is capable of flirting with bowl contention. QB Blake Powers is back as a junior after throwing for 2305 yards, with 22 TDs and 16 INTs. The offensive unit should excel in the second year of HC Hoeppners schemes, and should easily improve on the 22.5 PPG they averaged in 05. The defensive front line looks very green, but its anchored by a veteran secondary that returns fully in tact. Last years defense only gave up 22 PPG before the Big 10 schedule got rough, so look for them to chisel off 10 PPG if not more. Special teams are all back and should be improved with experience.
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The Hoosiers welcome the badgers on September 30, which would be their 5th game of the season, with 3 of those games at home. A win over the badgers would be a clear sign that the Hoosiers are going bowling this year. The Hoosiers should be considered a force in the Big 10. Watch out.
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by Bones McCoy at
1800-sports.com on September 07, 2006
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