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Indiana quarterback Peyton Ramsey (12) throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Connecticut, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Hoosiers, Ramsey bounce back with 38-3 blowout over UConn

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2019, file photo, Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against Ball State during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Indianapolis. Indiana coach Tom Allen says he expects injured quarterback Michael Penix Jr. to be a game-time decision this weekend against Connecticut. Penix missed Saturday’s 51-10 loss because of an undisclosed injury. Allen said at the time that he didn’t expect it to keep Penix out long term.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Hoosiers remain hopeful for QB Penix’s return against UConn

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana defensive back Marcelino Ball (9) tackles Ball State running back Caleb Huntley (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Indianapolis, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019. Indiana defeated Ball State 34-24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indiana coach adapts to new role not calling defenses

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) looks to the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind. Coach Tim Allen's biggest decision will be choosing a quarterback. Peyton Ramsey has made 16 starts over the last two seasons and will be seriously challenged by redshirt freshman Michael Penix Jr., who is coming back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament, and Jack Tuttle, who transferred from Utah. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)

Hoosiers pick Penix as opening day starter at quarterback

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2018, file photo, Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm smiles on the field before an NCAA college football game against Nebraska, in Lincoln, Neb. Indiana coach Tom Allen and Brohm understand the short-term stakes of Saturday’s Old Oaken Bucket game. The winner plays another game this season while the loser heads home to start offseason work, just like last year. Just like it seems every year. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik, FIle)

Purdue, Indiana put postseason hopes on line in Bucket game

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Purdue wide receiver Rondale Moore (4) breaks the tackle of Wisconsin defensive end Matt Henningsen (92) and safety Eric Burrell (25) on his way to a touchdown during overtime of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 47-44 in overtime. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indiana, Purdue seek finishing touch with bowl bid on line

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Michigan quarterback Shea Patterson (2) throws against Indiana in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

No. 4 Michigan tops Indiana 31-20, aims for No. 9 Ohio State

By LARRY LAGE - Associated Press

Indiana head coach Tom Allen gestures toward an official during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 34-32. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Indiana, Purdue keep focus on football during home stretch

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) hands the ball off to Indiana running back Ronnie Walker Jr. (23) in the backfield during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Indiana loses backup quarterback with torn ligament in knee

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana head coach Tom Allen reacts to a call by the officials during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Iowa, Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Iowa won 42-16. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)

Hoosiers issue challenge to rebound after 2 straight losses

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins, right, cuts upfield in front of Indiana linebacker Reakwon Jones during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Allen still impressed with Indiana’s improving defense

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Rutgers head coach Chris Ash, left, shakes hands with Indiana head coach Tom Allen after an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J. Indiana won 24-17. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Hoosiers hoping to cash in on next chance to make statement

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana head coach Tom Allen questions a call during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Michigan State, Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. Michigan State won 35-21. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

After disappointing performance, Hoosiers try to turn page

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana's Austin Dorris (83), Isaac James (13) and Delroy Baker (71) sing with their fans after beating Ball State in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018 in Bloomington, Ind. (Jeremy Hogan/The Herald-Times via AP)

Indiana ready for next big test against No. 24 Michigan St.

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana's J-Shun Harris (5) celebrates a touchdown against Ball State during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018 in Bloomington, Ind. (Jeremy Hogan/The Herald-Times via AP)

Back from 3 knee tears, Harris returns strong for Hoosiers

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana defenders break up a pass meant for Virginia on the final play of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018, in Bloomington, Ind. (Jeremy Hogan/The Herald-Times via AP)

Hoosiers deliver finishing touch after season of close calls

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana running back Stevie Scott (21) runs against Florida Intennational in the fourth quarter of an NCAA college football game in Miami, Fla., Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. Indiana defeated FIU 38-28. (Daniel A. Verala/Miami Herald via AP)

Gest’s season-ending injury thins Indiana’s depth at RB

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2016, file photo, Indiana running back Mike Majette (24) breaks through the Maryland line during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind. After suspending Morgan Ellison indefinitely last week, the Indiana Hoosiers are running toward Plan B in Saturday's opener at Florida International. They could go with Cole Gest, their second-leading rusher last season. They could go with Mike Majette, the steady senior. They could go with redshirt senior Ricky Brookins or freshman Stevie Scott. Or they could use all four. (AP Photo/Sam Riche, File)

Late changes forcing Hoosiers to adapt with backup plans

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana's Cole Gest (20) is lifted by Delroy Baker (71) after Gest scored on an eight-yard touchdown run during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017, in Bloomington, Ind. Indiana won 41-0. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Surging Hoosiers looking for final chapter on comeback trail

By MICHAEL MAROT - Associated Press

Indiana quarterback Richard Lagow (21) looks for a receiver during the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Bradley Leeb)

Richard Lagow remains Indiana’s starting quarterback

By PETE DIPRIMIO - Associated Press