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Indiana Football MUST Avoid This Week 1 Trap vs. North Texas | Is Curt Cignetti & Indiana READY?
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- Sep 3, 2026
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Summary
Indiana Football opens the 2026 season against North Texas as a massive favorite — but could this actually be a trap game for Curt Cignetti and the defending national champions? On today's Locked On Hoosiers, Jacob Goins explains why the uncertainty surrounding North Texas makes the Mean Green an intriguing Week 1 opponent. With a new coaching staff, a dramatically rebuilt roster and former Indiana quarterback Tayven Jackson on the other side, the Hoosiers have plenty to prepare for before kickoff. We also dive into ESPN's look inside Curt Cignetti's unusual Indiana practice philosophy. Why do the Hoosiers practice for roughly 90 minutes while other programs spend significantly longer at the facility — and how has that approach helped create one of college football's most efficient programs? Finally, how quickly could Indiana climb from No. 6 to No. 1 in the country? We look at Ohio State, Oregon, Georgia, Notre Dame and Texas and what would need to happen for the Hoosiers to reach the top of the rankings. Topics include: Indiana Football vs. North Texas Curt Cignetti Josh Hoover Tayven Jackson Indiana's Week 1 matchup Indiana practice philosophy ESPN's look inside IU Football College football rankings Indiana's path to No. 1 2026 Indiana Football Subscribe to Locked On Hoosiers for daily coverage of Indiana Football and Indiana Basketball.