BLOOMINGTON— Indiana football’s victory over Michigan has propelled it to new heights. The Hoosiers are ranked No. 5 in this week’s Associated Press Top 25 Poll, their highest ranking since 1967 when they made their legendary trip to the Rose Bowl.
Indiana’s 20-15 win against Michigan on Saturday marked a milestone in program history. With the victory, the Hoosiers set a new program record for most wins in a single season, now sitting at 10. This surpasses the previous record of 9 wins, achieved in both 1945 and 1967 — seasons that also saw Indiana crack the Top 5 in the AP Poll.
This week, Indiana’s No. 5 ranking is its best since 1967, when it reached No. 4. The Hoosiers also climbed to No. 4 in the AP Poll in 1945, marking two of the program’s most successful seasons.
Heading into the Michigan game at home, Indiana was ranked No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings, and the victory over the Wolverines is expected to boost their playoff chances.
Indiana’s attention now turns to their next game, which will surely be another high-stakes showdown. On November 23, the Hoosiers will face second-ranked Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio. The Buckeyes, who have been dominant this season, will present perhaps Indiana’s toughest test yet. But with momentum on their side and a team playing with unmatched confidence, the Hoosiers are ready for the challenge.
For Hoosier fans, the dream of a college football playoff berth is closer than ever.
