# Portal Finale: Burnham & Hjelle Bolster Indiana’s DL | Hoosier Football Tailgate

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Podcast: [HOOSIER FOOTBALL TAILGATE](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hoosier-football-tailgate-6597000)
Published: 2026-03-20T08:20:32+00:00
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Indiana football wraps up its transfer portal additions with two key defensive pieces — Joshua Burnham (Notre Dame) and Joe Hjelle (Tulsa) — as the Hoosiers continue building a Big Ten-ready defensive front. 🔴 Burnham (6’4, 260 | RS Senior) brings edge size, length, and pass rush upside 🔴 Hjelle (6’3, 300) adds interior strength and rotational depth But before the player breakdowns, Coach Griff opens the show with a major college football topic : 🏈 Is the SEC & Big Ten power shift pulling control away from the NCAA? ⚖️ What role will antitrust exemption and collective bargaining play? 💰 How does revenue sharing reshape the future of the sport? This episode connects the big-picture future of college football with how Indiana is building its roster right now. NCAA control vs conference power SEC & Big Ten dominance Collective bargaining & antitrust discussion What it means for Indiana football Joshua Burnham player breakdown Joe Hjelle player breakdown Defensive line outlook Indiana isn’t just reacting — they’re positioning themselves inside the Big Ten to compete in the next era of college football. Hosted by Coach Griff (Shannon Griffith) — former Division 1 QB Coach and Head Coach — delivering real football insight, player evaluation, and IU coverage. ⭐ Follow Hoosier Football Tailgate 📲 Share with fellow Hoosier fans 🛒 Support via Fanatics & TheHoosier.com ⏱️ Episode Breakdown🔴 Why It Matters🎙️ About the Show📢 Follow & Support Fanatics Store Front: ⁠ https://www.fanaticscreators.com/mypage/HoosierTailgate/collections/12325 ⁠

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