Indiana football is rolling! On the latest edition of The Big Red Carpet, Rhett Lewis breaks down the Hoosiers’ emphatic 56–9 win over Kennesaw State. From film study on Riley Nowakowski’s blocking to Fernando Mendoza’s continued growth and Elijah Sarratt’s three-touchdown showcase, this episode dives deep into what IU put on tape and where they go next.

Timestamps & Topics

• 0:00 – Intro & IU’s 56–9 win over Kennesaw State
• 1:17 – Setting the tone: physical play & celebration talk
• 2:04 – Film room: Riley Nowakowski’s impact in blocking & fullback dive TD
• 7:21 – Wide receiver blocking & explosive plays (Cooper, Sarratt)
• 11:34 – Mendoza’s growth: timing, accuracy & trust throws to Sarratt
• 13:59 – Young guns: Becker, Bond, Alberto Mendoza highlights
• 16:08 – Defense breakdown: Bryant Haines’ scheme & adjustments
• 18:23 – Turning point: Jamari Sharp’s strip & takeaway
• 19:13 – Defensive line dominance (Daly, Wyatt, Wheeler, Tucker)
• 22:22 – Adjustments & TFLs (Ponds & scheme execution)
• 23:54 – Cleaning up coverage issues & safety depth
• 25:41 – Big Ten roundup: Michigan, Iowa, and more
• 27:08 – Offense outlook: Mendoza vs. 3-headed RB monster
• 30:47 – IU’s run-pass balance moving forward
• 31:53 – Looking ahead: Indiana State preview & Illinois primetime game
• 31:53 – Wrap-up & next week’s special guest tease

This was as complete of a win as IU fans could ask for, dominant on both sides of the ball, explosive in the passing game, and opportunistic on defense. Mendoza showed poise and confidence, while Sarratt and the receiving corps brought the fireworks. With Indiana State on deck and a primetime clash with Illinois looming, the Hoosiers’ early-season momentum is building fast.