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Need your Hoosier fix? Want something on your iPod besides John Mellencamp? Can’t read? If so, this podcast is for you! Hosted by Matt Dollinger and Justin Albers, Podcast On The Brink is a lively, free-flowing discussion on IU Basketball, featuring some of the brightest basketball experts in all of the land. Cream-and-crimson to its core, our show promises to keep you informed and entertained throughout IU’s season. Podcast On The Brink is available exclusively on Inside The Hall and iTunes.

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POTB 565: NCAA tournament expansion, spring football and IU basketball’s roster with Josh Pos

Podcast on the Brink is back for a new episode with host Alex Bozich of Inside the Hall. On this episode, Bozich is joined by Josh Pos of Inside the Hall to talk NCAA tournament expansion, IU spring football and IU basketball’s ... The post POTB 565: NCAA tournament expansion, spring football and IU basketball’s roster with Josh Pos appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Three thoughts on IU basketball’s 2026-27 roster to conclude April

April was a productive month, on paper, for IU basketball. The program lost six players to the transfer portal but added six commitments from the portal, all of which came from the high-major level. Most transfer portal class rankings have ... The post Three thoughts on IU basketball’s 2026-27 roster to conclude April appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Two of the six IU basketball players who entered the transfer portal have committed to new schools

It’s been a busy spring for IU basketball in terms of roster additions and subtractions. As Darian DeVries and the coaching staff prepare for the 2026-27 season, six new players have committed to join the program from the transfer portal. ... The post Two of the six IU basketball players who entered the transfer portal have committed to new schools appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball announces the signing of SMU transfer Samet Yigitoglu

IU basketball officially announced the signing of SMU transfer center Samet Yigitoglu on Tuesday morning. Yigitoglu completed his official visit to IU last weekend after committing to the Hoosiers on April 14. He has two seasons of eligibility remaining. Last ... The post IU basketball announces the signing of SMU transfer Samet Yigitoglu appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

A first look at who is coming and going in Big Ten basketball for the 2026-27 season

The window to enter the transfer portal has passed, so it is time to publish our first list of Big Ten men’s basketball rosters for the 2026-27 season. Editor’s notes: – All players listed under NBA draft/professional route/out of eligibility ... The post A first look at who is coming and going in Big Ten basketball for the 2026-27 season appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball enters ESPN’s way-too-early rankings for 2026-27 season at No. 25

ESPN updated its way-too-early rankings for the 2026-27 season on Monday and IU basketball made an appearance in the top 25. The Hoosiers, who have added six players from the transfer portal this spring, are No. 25. Indiana is one ... The post IU basketball enters ESPN’s way-too-early rankings for 2026-27 season at No. 25 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

A look at where Big Ten teams – including IU basketball – stand in way-too-early 2026-27 rankings

The transfer portal closed last week and rosters for the 2026-27 college basketball season are coming more into focus. After Michigan ended the Big Ten’s national championship drought earlier this month, the conference looks set up for another strong season ... The post A look at where Big Ten teams – including IU basketball – stand in way-too-early 2026-27 rankings appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

6-Banner Sunday: A record eight former IU football players selected in 2026 NFL draft

Welcome to another edition of 6-Banner Sunday, a joint production between The Assembly Call and Inside the Hall, where we highlight the five most essential IU sports stories of the past week. 6-Banner Sunday is written by Ari Shifron. Football took center stage ... The post 6-Banner Sunday: A record eight former IU football players selected in 2026 NFL draft appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Four more former Hoosiers selected on day three of the 2026 NFL draft

Four more former Hoosiers were selected on day three of the 2026 NFL draft, bringing the program’s total to eight selected overall this year, a record for IU football. Elijah Sarratt, Riley Nowakowski, Pat Coogan and Aiden Fisher were the ... The post Four more former Hoosiers selected on day three of the 2026 NFL draft appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Former IU football standouts D’Angelo Ponds, Kaelon Black selected on day two of 2026 NFL draft

Former IU football standouts D’Angelo Ponds and Kaelon Black were selected on day two of the NFL draft on Friday night. Ponds was the No. 50 pick (second round) by the New York Jets, while Black was the No. 90 ... The post Former IU football standouts D’Angelo Ponds, Kaelon Black selected on day two of 2026 NFL draft appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Three takeaways from IU football’s 2026 spring game

Indiana football wrapped up its spring season on Thursday evening with its annual spring game at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium. The headline of the night was that Fernando Mendoza was drafted No. 1 in the NFL Draft. A ... The post Three takeaways from IU football’s 2026 spring game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Former IU football wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. selected No. 30 overall in 2026 NFL draft

Former standout IU football wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. gave the program a second first-round pick in Thursday’s 2026 NFL draft. The 6-foot, 204-pound receiver, an Indianapolis native, was selected by the New York Jets with the 30th pick. Over ... The post Former IU football wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. selected No. 30 overall in 2026 NFL draft appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Video: Curt Cignetti media availability after IU football spring game

IU football coach Curt Cignetti addressed the media following the program’s spring game on Thursday night at Memorial Stadium. Watch the full media availability with Cignetti below: The post Video: Curt Cignetti media availability after IU football spring game appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Former IU football quarterback Fernando Mendoza selected first overall in 2026 NFL draft

For the second time in program history, and first in 88 years, Indiana football has a number one overall pick in the NFL draft. The Las Vegas Raiders selected quarterback Fernando Mendoza on Thursday night in Pittsburgh. He joins Corbett ... The post Former IU football quarterback Fernando Mendoza selected first overall in 2026 NFL draft appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

‘It starts with consistency’: Joe Brunner steps into big role in veteran-heavy offensive line

When a high-caliber transfer visits Bloomington, Curt Cignetti and Indiana roll out the red carpet. When offensive lineman Joe Brunner visited in January, he received the five-star treatment. Beyond that, he learned about Indiana’s culture from guys he was already ... The post ‘It starts with consistency’: Joe Brunner steps into big role in veteran-heavy offensive line appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball included in first ESPN bracketology projection for 2027 NCAA tournament

The transfer portal closed on April 21, college basketball rosters are continuing to take shape and early projections for the 2026-27 season are being made. ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi recently debuted his first 2027 NCAA tournament projections and included Indiana. ... The post IU basketball included in first ESPN bracketology projection for 2027 NCAA tournament appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball’s transfer portal class ranked among the best nationally

The 15-day window to enter the transfer portal is now over. IU basketball has 10 players secured for its 2026-27 roster and will look to add depth with the remaining spots. Three outlets – 247Sports, On3 and SBNation – have ... The post IU basketball’s transfer portal class ranked among the best nationally appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball announces the signing of Alabama transfer Aiden Sherrell

IU basketball officially announced the signing of Alabama transfer forward Aiden Sherrell on Tuesday afternoon. Sherrell was the program’s fifth commitment out of the transfer portal when he gave his pledge to the Hoosiers on Wednesday, April 15. The 2024 ... The post IU basketball announces the signing of Alabama transfer Aiden Sherrell appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Video: IU football spring availability with Drew Evans, Bray Lynch and Nico Radicic

IU football offensive linemen Drew Evans and Bray Lynch and kicker Nico Radicic addressed the media on Tuesday morning as the Hoosiers continue spring practice. Watch the media availabilities with Evans, Lynch and Radicic below: The post Video: IU football spring availability with Drew Evans, Bray Lynch and Nico Radicic appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

With transfer portal additions, IU basketball lands in a preseason top 25 for 2026-27 season

College basketball rosters for the 2026-27 season are very much a work in progress. IU basketball finished season one of the Darian DeVries era with an 18-14 record as the program missed the NCAA tournament for a third consecutive season. ... The post With transfer portal additions, IU basketball lands in a preseason top 25 for 2026-27 season appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Report: IU basketball to host Eastern Illinois next season

According to a report published Monday afternoon, a fifth non-conference opponent for IU basketball’s 2026-27 season is now known. Alex Rosinski reported that the Hoosiers will host Eastern Illinois on Monday, November 2. It will be the season-opener for Indiana. ... The post Report: IU basketball to host Eastern Illinois next season appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball announces the signing of Duke transfer Darren Harris

IU basketball officially announced the signing of Duke transfer guard Darren Harris on Monday afternoon. Harris was the program’s second commitment out of the transfer portal when he gave his pledge to the Hoosiers on Monday, April 13. He has ... The post IU basketball announces the signing of Duke transfer Darren Harris appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball announces the signing of Georgia Tech transfer Jaeden Mustaf

IU basketball officially announced the signing of Georgia Tech transfer wing Jaeden Mustaf on Monday morning. Mustaf was the program’s first commitment out of the transfer portal when he gave his pledge to the Hoosiers on Monday, April 13. He ... The post IU basketball announces the signing of Georgia Tech transfer Jaeden Mustaf appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Where IU basketball’s six transfer portal commitments stand in national rankings

Four national outlets – The Athletic, ESPN, 247Sports and On3 – are producing rankings for transfer portal prospects this spring. The Athletic has a top 50, ESPN has a top 100, while 247Sports and On3 have more comprehensive rankings. Here’s ... The post Where IU basketball’s six transfer portal commitments stand in national rankings appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

6-Banner Sunday: IU basketball lands six transfer portal commitments in three days

Welcome to another edition of 6-Banner Sunday, a joint production between The Assembly Call and Inside the Hall, where we highlight the five most essential IU sports stories of the past week. 6-Banner Sunday is written by Ari Shifron. The roster for next ... The post 6-Banner Sunday: IU basketball lands six transfer portal commitments in three days appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .