The pads were popping in Bloomington—and Coach Griff has your full breakdown of Indiana Football’s Spring Game.

In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, we dive into the biggest takeaways from inside Memorial Stadium, including a detailed look at the quarterback battle, emerging playmakers, and early signs of what this team could become heading into the 2026 season.

🏈 QB Room Breakdown:
Josh Hoover shows command and control, Wilson flashes playmaking ability, and Tyler Cherry gives a glimpse of the future.

💨 Running Back Room:
Roman “Turbo” Richards brings explosive speed, while Martin delivers physical, downhill production.

🔥 Plus:

• Defensive energy and standout performers
• Offensive rhythm and consistency
• Early depth chart movement
• Coach Griff’s film-based takeaways

This isn’t just a recap—it’s a Coach’s Clicker breakdown of what really happened on the field.

🎙️ Hosted by Coach Griff, Lead Analyst at TheHoosier.com and 28-year college coaching veteran.

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Is Khobie Martin RB1 for Indiana… or is this still a committee backfield?

In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the Hoosiers’ running back room from every angle—starting with the new 2026 rule changes and how they could impact the game.

Then we dive into Indiana:

• Spring practice updates from Bloomington

• Khobie Martin’s mindset and leadership

• 2025 production: efficiency vs volume

• Film room breakdown (vision, patience, contact balance)

• RB depth chart and role distribution

🏈 Final Take: Martin may be RB1—but this backfield is built to be a committee.

• 2026 Targeting Rule (Tiered System)

• New Punt Formation Rule

• Khobie Martin Film Breakdown

• Indiana RB Depth Chart

• Replacing Black & Hemby’s Production

🎙️ Hosted by Coach Griff

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🔑 Topics Covered🧠 COACH TIP

In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down the impact of new head coaches at Michigan, Michigan State, and Penn State, and what it all means for Indiana heading into the 2026 season.

We dive into:

• Michigan’s growth around QB Bryce Underwood

• Michigan State’s reset after Aidan Chiles’ transfer

• Penn State’s massive roster shift with 24 Iowa State transfers under Matt Campbell

• What spring practice REALLY tells you as a coach

• How all of this impacts Indiana football

The Big Ten is evolving… the question is—can Indiana evolve with it? 🎙️

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