Nick Shepkowski

Joined: Sep 2, 2025

Managing Editor for Notre Dame On SI. Started covering Chicago sports teams for WSCR the Score, and over the years worked with CBS Radio, Audacy, NBC Sports, and FOX Sports as a contributor before running the Notre Dame wire site for USA TODAY.

Jun 10, 2026; New York, New York, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) controls the ball against New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (8) during the second quarter of game four of the 2026 NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden.

Basketball

Football

Indiana isn't going to sneak up on anyone again in 2026, but what do opposing coaches see as areas of concern for the Hoosiers ahead of the year?

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian Devries shouts instructions to his team against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at United Center.

Michigan proved it’s possible to be at a national title level in both football and basketball at the same time. With Curt Cignetti and Darian DeVries leading the way, can Indiana follow suit?

Basketball

Indiana and Kentucky have a long history on the hardwood, but playing on Friday night will be new. As will playing each other in Lucas Oil Stadium.

Football

Indiana University is located roughly 50 miles from Indianapolis Motor Speedway, but Sunday will be its first time ever having such a big role in the Indy 500.

Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti during spring practice at Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Football

Slowly but surely, Indiana's 2027 recruiting class is starting to come together. It may have been a slower start to it than some Indiana fans would have liked,

Football

Indiana will likely be favored in every game in 2026, but which unexpected games could end up being the most challenging?

Lawrence North’s Monshun Sales poses for a photo Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis.

Football

Indiana appears to have made great progress in its pursuit of mega-recruit Monshun Sales. A look at why it's about a lot more than money for the Hoosiers.

Football

Indiana football had a historic 2025 season, but a couple of position groups may be even better built for 2026.

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza is selected by the Las Vegas Raiders as the number one pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium.

Football

Social media was a place of celebration after Fernando Mendoza went first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders.

Fernando Mendoza participates in Indiana University's Pro Day at Mellencamp Pavilion on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Football

Fernando Mendoza isn't going to attend Thursday night's NFL draft, and despite the tough circumstances at play, that means for a more special night for the Indiana hero.

Jan 17, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers defensive coordinator Bryant Haines talks to the media during media day for the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Miami Beach Convention Center.

Football

Just like you and me, Indiana's defensive coordinator saw what happened in last season's Rose Bowl and wasn't about to act like it wasn't a complete domination.

Nov 30, 2021; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Joseph Girard III (11) drives as Indiana Hoosiers guard Xavier Johnson (0) defends during the second half at the Carrier Dome.

Basketball

Assembly Hall and the JMA Wireless Dome are special venues in college basketball, but the Hoosiers and Orange won't meet in either of them.

Nick Shepkowski

Joined: Sep 2, 2025

How OG Anunoby and the Indiana Hoosiers Are Running American Sports

Blueblood Head Coach Eyes Indiana Football’s Scheduling Blueprint

Indiana Football Beats Out Ohio State for Top Recruit Reinaldo Perez

Indiana Goes Into New State for Latest Recruiting Commitment Brady Scott

Football

Anonymous Coaches Preview Indiana Hoosiers 2026 Football Season

Can Indiana Become the Next Michigan as a Double-Sport Powerhouse?

Basketball

Indiana to Resume Traditional Basketball Rivalry on Untraditional Night

Football

Indiana Football Overtakes Indianapolis Motor Speedway Ahead of Indy 500

Football

Indiana Snags Wide Receiver Jordan Carrasquillo from SEC Country

Football

What are Indiana Football's Biggest Trap Games of 2026?

Football

Indiana and Curt Cignetti Take Lead for a Top Recruit in Country

Football

Is Indiana Set for Significant Gains at Two Key Positions in 2026?

Good for Fernando Mendoza for Staying Home from NFL Draft

Bryant Haines Fires Back at Ty Simpson, Backs Indiana’s Defense

What Indiana Basketball Got Wrong with Syracuse Game