Jack Ankony

Jack Ankony

Jack Ankony is a Sports Illustrated/FanNation writer for HoosiersNow.com. He graduated from Indiana University's Media School with a degree in journalism. Follow on Twitter @ankony_jack.

Indiana cornerback Jamier Johnson (9) celebrates his interception of Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola (15) on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Takeaway-Minded Indiana Defense Forces Mistakes By Nebraska Quarterback Dylan Raiola

Nebraska freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola had thrown three interceptions all season, but he matched that total in Saturday’s 56-7 loss at Indiana.

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Indiana's Kurtis Rourke (9) passes against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Indiana Quarterback Kurtis Rourke Not Expected To Play Against Washington

After suffering a thumb injury in the first half of Saturday's 56-7 win over Nebraska, Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke is not expected to play next week against Washington.

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Indiana's Ty Son Lawton (17) celebrates his touchdown against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium.

Indiana Football Manhandles Nebraska 56-7, Improves to 7-0

Nebraska entered Saturday’s game at Indiana with one of the nation’s top defenses, but the Hoosiers – in both the run and pass game – exploited every aspect of the Cornhuskers’ defense in a 56-7 win.

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Indiana's Justice Ellison (6) celebrates a touchdown run against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium.
Football

WATCH: Justice Ellison's 31-Yard Touchdown Gives Indiana 28-7 Lead Over Nebraska

Indiana's offense was rolling in the first half. Running back Justice Ellison put the Hoosiers ahead 28-7 just before halftime with this 31-yard touchdown.

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Indiana's Robby Harrison (93) during practice at Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
Football

Indiana Football Week 8 Availability Report Against Nebraska

Indiana football listed three players out on its availability report ahead of Saturday's homecoming game against Nebraska.

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Indiana Hoosiers forward Luke Goode (10) answers a question during Indiana media day at Cook Hall.
Basketball

Standout Moments From Indiana Men’s Basketball At Hoosier Hysteria

From Luke Goode’s 3-point shooting to a look at Indiana’s lineup rotations and Mike Woodson’s praise for freshman Bryson Tucker, here are six standout moments from 2024 Hoosier Hysteria.

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Former Alabama head coach Nick Saban walks onto the field before the Crimson Tide's game against Georgia.
Football

Nick Saban A Long-Time Believer in Indiana Coach Curt Cignetti

Legendary Alabama football coach Nick Saban appeared on The Pat McAfee Show on Friday, and he had high praise for Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti.

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Indiana Hoosiers wide receivers Myles Price (4) and Andison Coby (0) celebrate after downing a punt inside the five-yard line against Maryland at Memorial Stadium.
Football

How To Watch Indiana Football Against Nebraska in Week 8

Indiana football continues the 2024 season against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday at Noon ET at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind. Here's how to watch, with game time and TV information, the latest on the point spread, series history, coaching in

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Indiana basketball coach Bob Knight instructs his team.
Basketball

Bob Knight Honored With Bench Dedication at Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

As part of the Naismith Coaches Circle Program, the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame constructed a bench to honor Indiana basketball coach Bob Knight.

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The Big Ten conference logo pictured at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio.
Basketball

How To Watch Indiana Basketball on Big Ten-Plus

The Big Ten-plus streaming service is carrying Hoosier Hysteria, two Indiana men's basketball games and 13 women's games during the 2024-25 season. Here's the full schedule and information on how you can watch the Hoosiers on Big Ten-plus.

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Indiana Hoosiers running back Ty Son Lawton (17) runs for a touchdown against the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium.
Football

Jack’s Take: Indiana-Nebraska Matchup Starts Up Front

Indiana’s offensive line and run game have been vital to its high-powered offense, but the Hoosiers face stiff competition against Nebraska’s defensive front. That matchup will go a long way in deciding Saturday’s game.

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Eric Reibe, the top-ranked center in the class of 2025, committed to UConn over finalists Indiana, Kansas, Oregon and Creighton.
Basketball

2025 Center Eric Reibe Commits To UConn Over Indiana, Others

Indiana hosted and visited 7-footer Eric Reibe several times, but the class of 2025 prospect is headed to UConn to play for coach Dan Hurley, picking the Huskies over finalists including Indiana, Creighton, Kansas and Oregon.

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