Suckeyes could come back and blow them out, but let me go on record as saying I gave IU a much greater chance than most, for
4 many reasons.
1. Its true that Indiana has a weak schedule, one of the weakest in country, but in their two tough games they have risen to the occasion.
2. Brand name has always been overrated, but is more so in the NIL era. IU is about as "off brand" as you can get, leading to them being underestimated.
3. Thier margin of victory this year is impressive, easy schedule or no.
4. Suckeyes have underwhelmed this year.
5. Cignetti is a legit good coach.
6. Most people don't realize that Indiana brought in a ton of talent through the portal, a lot from James Madison (Cignetti's previous team).
7. Indiana had already been overachieving in recent years, making a few bowls.
8. Last but certainly not least! Two words. Ryan Day. He SUCKS in big games.
Like i said, by game's end, the above may be completey discredited, but I think IU at least gives them a game.
And if IU does win, then the "turd nuggets" (to use a UM phrase for their mascot
), should be OUT of the playoffs. Period, dot.
