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Redshirt freshman defensive lineman Jerome Johnson, number 98, defends against Purdue during the Old Oaken Bucket game Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana. IU lost 31-24.

IU loses the Old Oaken Bucket to Purdue, 31-24

By Ty Vinson · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 5:21 p.m.

IU lost the Old Oaken Bucket game to Purdue for the first time since 2012.

Then-freshman running back Morgan Ellison avoids being tackled during the first half against Wisconsin on Nov. 4, 2017, at Memorial Stadium. Ellison released a statement on Twitter stating that he was falsely accused of sexual assault.

Instant Recap: Purdue defeats IU 31-24 in the Old Oaken Bucket game

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 25,2017 11:52 a.m.

IU (5-6) and Purdue (5-6) play for the 120th time.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow runs the ball against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will play his final regular season game with IU this Saturday in West Lafayette, Indiana, against Purdue.

IU football prepares for historic Old Oaken Bucket matchup with Purdue

By Cameron Drummond · Wednesday, Nov. 22,2017 12:49 a.m.

The winner of Saturday's game will automatically become bowl eligible. The loser will not.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison celebrates his first-half touchdown against Rutgers with freshman offensive lineman Mackenzie Nworah on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Ellison was named the co-Freshman of the Week in the Big Ten Conference for his rushing performance against the Scarlet Knights.

Morgan Ellison wins his second Big Ten Freshman of the Week honor for IU football

By IDS staff · Monday, Nov. 20,2017 11:58 a.m.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison ran for 149 yards against Rutgers.

Freshman running back Morgan Ellison crosses the goal line in the second half against Rutgers on Nov. 18 at Memorial Stadium. Former IU safeties coach Noah Joseph left the IU program to join the Rutgers coaching staff last week.

COLUMN: IU football showed what it was capable of in victory over Rutgers

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:55 p.m.

IU flashed its great talent in a nearly perfect performance.

Freshman running back Cole Gest celebrates with freshman offensive lineman Delroy Baker after scoring a touchdown against Rutgers on Saturday afternoon at Memorial Stadium. Gest had 104 rushing yards in IU's 41-0 win against Rutgers.

Freshman running backs lead IU football to dominant win

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:49 p.m.

Morgan Ellison and Cole Gest each ran for more than 100 yards Saturday.

Then-freshman, now sophomore running back Morgan Ellison runs the ball in the first half against Rutgers on Nov. 18, 2017, at Memorial Stadium. IU Athletics announced Friday night Ellison has been suspended from IU for 2.5 years and is permanently dismissed from the IU football team.

Seniors pave the way for IU football in home win against Rutgers

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 7:42 p.m.

IU's seniors bid Memorial Stadium goodbye with a commanding 41-0 win.

Defensive back Rashard Fant celebrates after breaking up a pass against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Fant was signed by the Chicago Bears on Saturday after going undrafted.

Live Updates: IU football looks to keep postseason hopes alive against Rutgers

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 18,2017 11:57 a.m.

IU needs to win-out this season to qualify automatically for a bowl game.

Redshirt senior quarterback Richard Lagow runs the ball against then-No. 9 Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will play his final home game with IU this Saturday against Rutgers.

IU football prepares for Rutgers on Senior Day

By Cameron Drummond · Friday, Nov. 17,2017 6 a.m.

IU and Rutgers need to win their final two games to automatically reach a bowl.

Redshirt freshman wide receiver Taysir Mack salutes the sky after scoring the game's first touchdown for IU against Charleston Southern on Oct. 7. Mack has become a consistent presence at wide receiver for IU this season after injuries to three other wide receivers.

Doing the right thing

By Cameron Drummond · Thursday, Nov. 16,2017 4 a.m.

Taysir Mack has made the most of his on-field opportunities this season.

Former IU kicker Griffin Oakes kicks an extra point during the first half against Wisconsin on Nov. 4 at Memorial Stadium.

How IU football's Griffin Oakes got his groove back

By Jake Thomer · Thursday, Nov. 16,2017 12 a.m.

Senior kicker Griffin Oakes is the leader of IU's fun-loving and highly successful field goal unit.

Senior quarterback Richard Lagow throws a pass during the first half against Wisconsin on Oct. 4 at Memorial Stadium. Lagow will be the starting quarterback again this week for IU.

IU football ready to roll with Lagow as season winds down

By Jake Thomer · Tuesday, Nov. 14,2017 6 a.m.

The senior quarterback has officially retaken the starting quarterback job.

IU football earns first conference win, preserves bowl hopes with 24-14 victory at Illinois

By Cameron Drummond · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:23 p.m.

IU's offense did enough to compliment a dominant day on defense.

Richard Lagow prepares to throw a pass in the second quarter against Wisconsin on Nov. 4. Lagow played well enough Saturday against Illinois to earn IU its first Big Ten Conference win.

COLUMN: IU begins its quest to salvage the season with win against Illinois

By Andrew Hussey · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:22 p.m.

It wasn't pretty, but it was what IU needed to do to remain in the hunt for a bowl.

IU defense uses sacks, takeaways to overwhelm Illinois in victory

By Jake Thomer · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 5:20 p.m.

The Hoosiers forced three turnovers and sacked Illini quarterback Jeff George Jr. eight times.

Instant Recap: IU football defeats Illinois to pick up first Big Ten win of 2017

By IDS staff · Saturday, Nov. 11,2017 11:59 a.m.

IU (3-6, 0-6 in Big Ten) plays Illinois (2-7, 0-6 in Big Ten) in Champaign, Illinois.

IU football has season on the brink against Illinois

By Cameron Drummond · Friday, Nov. 10,2017 4 a.m.

IU needs to win out to receive an automatic bowl berth.

IU Athletics Director Fred Glass wheels the oldest member of 50 Year Varsity Club Donors off the field after an on-field recognition ceremony at the game against Wisconsin on Nov. 4. Glass was appointed athletics director in 2009.

A college football Saturday through the eyes of Fred Glass

By Jordan Guskey · Thursday, Nov. 9,2017 12 a.m.

When IU football plays at home, its athletic director tries to be the ultimate host.

Former IU football player Camion Patrick has homicide charge dismissed

By IDS staff · Wednesday, Nov. 8,2017 7:18 p.m.

Patrick had a homicide charge dismissed in Blount County, Tennessee.

Simmie Cobbs Jr catches Richard Lagow's pass for a touchdown in the third quarter. IU lost to Wisconsin, 45-17, to fall to 3-6 (0-6) on the season.

Sense of urgency has IU football relying on leadership now more than ever

By Jake Thomer · Tuesday, Nov. 7,2017 12 a.m.

The Hoosiers need three wins in their final three games to ensure a bowl berth.

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