In a massive guest spot for The Big Red Carpet, Jon Gruden sits down with Rhett to talk about Indiana’s offense, Mendoza’s development, and what NFL coaches are really looking for in a modern quarterback. Gruden breaks down Mendoza’s tape, talks structure of a bye week before a rivalry game, and gives his thoughts on IU’s Big Ten title and CFP push.
Episode Breakdown: Indiana 31, Wisconsin 7
Rhett takes you inside Indiana’s latest statement win, from second-half adjustments to the ways this staff keeps finding new ways to close teams out.
- 11-0 for the first time in school history
- Fernando Mendoza puts together another record-breaking performance and adds fuel to the Heisman conversation.
- Defense dominates again, pitching a second-half shutout and smothering Wisconsin’s run game.
Defense Travelled, Again
Indiana’s defense once again played like one of the best units in the country. Rhett highlights how Bryant Haines’ group adjusted on the fly and shut down Wisconsin after halftime.
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Indiana is 11-0, the CFP picture is getting real and The Big Red Carpet is going even deeper with the new Substack and guests like Jon Gruden. Hit play on the episode, subscribe to the feed, and make sure you’re locked in for the stretch run to December.
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- Film breakdowns of key plays and game plans
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