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Indiana's Winning Streak Hits 19 Games
20 Sep
Summary
- Indiana secured a 38-0 victory over Western Kentucky.
- The Hoosiers' winning streak now stands at 19 games.
- Indiana's defense achieved its second consecutive shutout.
The Indiana Hoosiers, defending national champions, solidified their status with a decisive 38-0 win against Western Kentucky on Saturday. This victory extended their remarkable winning streak to 19 consecutive games, the longest active streak in the Football Bowl Subdivision. The Hoosiers' defense also continued its impressive run, achieving a second consecutive shutout and extending its scoreless stretch to over two games.
Despite a sluggish first half where they led only 7-0, Indiana ignited in the second half. Quarterback Josh Hoover threw two touchdown passes, and running back Turbo Richard contributed 149 rushing yards and a score. Indiana's defense, which had a goal-line stand to set up a crucial touchdown before halftime, limited Western Kentucky to just 120 passing yards.
Coach Curt Cignetti's halftime message to 'relax' resonated with the team, leading to a strong second-half performance. The win improved Cignetti's record with the Hoosiers to 30-2. Indiana will begin conference play next week against Northwestern, aiming to carry their momentum forward.
