Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Sep 3, 2025

Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Indiana basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features, and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On SI since October 2024.

Indiana head coach Darian Devries reacts to a play against Michigan State during the first half at Breslin Center in East Lansing on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026.

Basketball

Sep 12, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Charlie Becker (80) celebrates with Indiana Hoosiers running back Turbo Richard (1) after a touchdown against the Howard Bison during the first half at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Football

Sep 5, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Josh Hoover (10) runs onto the field during the fourth quarter against the North Texas Mean Green at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Football

The Hoosiers dominated in all three phases in a 55-0 win on Saturday - but it wasn't perfect. There was one undesirable question begged.

Sep 12, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Rolijah Hardy (5) celebrates after a play against the Howard Bison during the first half at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Football

With Ohio State stumbling in Austin and Oregon getting shocked by Oklahoma State, does the Big Ten once again run through Bloomington?

Basketball

The Hoosiers are in the mix early for highly-touted 2029 big Mason Grivna, who recently set an unoffical visit to Bloomington.

Mar 1, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian DeVries looks on against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Basketball

The Hoosiers will welcome 2028 prospect Cole Kelly, an elite scorer and knockdown shooter, to Bloomington for an unofficial visit.

Basketball

The Hoosiers will be challenged on a handful of occasions outside of Big Ten play. Who are their toughest matchups - and why?

Mar 1, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian DeVries instructs his team against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Basketball

Nasir Anderson, an ultra-athletic, dynamic guard, trimmed his list to 10 and the Hoosiers made the cut.

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Amare Ferrell (1) celebrates against the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Football

The Hoosiers have newcomers and returners projected to play major roles on both sides of the football.

Football

The Hoosiers star wideout constantly returned to two key words to describe his teammates: 'beast' and 'dogs'.

Basketball

The Hoosiers are expected to take a leap in Darian DeVries' second year, and perhaps a large one. But ESPN, seemingly, doesn't see a high upside.

Fishers’ Jason Gardner Jr. poses for a photo Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, at Fishers High School.

Basketball

Four-star 2027 guard Jason Gardner Jr. named Indiana basketball among his top eight schools as the Hoosiers pursue one of the state's top talents.

Basketball

Indiana basketball has the roster to contend in 2026-27, but one critical change could determine how far the Hoosiers go this season.

Jan 7, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Sam Alexis (4) looks on during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Basketball

Does Sam Alexis immediately jump into the starting lineup - or is he the Hoosiers' primary reserve?

Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Sep 3, 2025

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One Question Indiana Football Must Answer vs Western Kentucky

How Indiana Football's Next Five Opponents Fared in Week 2

Football

One Potential Indiana Football Concern Revealed in Week 2 vs Howard

Football

Big Ten Football Week 3 Power Rankings: Is Indiana the Clear-Cut No. 1?

Basketball

Indiana Basketball Set to Host Top-20 2029 Big Man Mason Grivna on Early Visit

Basketball

Indiana Basketball to Host 4-Star Cole Kelly: Breaking Down His Game and Fit

Basketball

Ranking Indiana Basketball's 5 Toughest Non-Conference Opponents

Basketball

Indiana Basketball Makes Cut For 5-Star 2027 Guard Nasir Anderson

Football

Projecting Indiana Football's 2026 Statistical Leaders in Key Categories

Football

Indiana WR Charlie Becker Sees No Offensive Weaknesses: 'Where Do You See a Hole?'

ESPN Projects Indiana Basketball's Ceiling and Floor For 2026-27 – Why It's Too Low

Indiana Basketball Makes Top 8 for In-State 2027 4-Star Guard Jason Gardner Jr.

The One Critical Shift Indiana Basketball Must Make for 2026-27

Projecting Indiana Basketball's 2026-27 Lineup After Sam Alexis' Return