As the college football transfer portal remains a hotbed of activity, the focus shifts to the dynamic approach of IU football coach Curt Cignetti and his adept staff. In this detailed exploration, we dissect the players targeted by the Hoosiers, shedding light on their 2023 statistics and potential impact on the team.
IU football Quarterback Quest
Kurtis Rourke, Ohio
- Stats (2023): 2,207 yards, 11 TDs, 5 INTs
Running Back Renaissance
Treshaun Ward, Kansas State
- Stats (2023): 643 yards, 5 TDs
Samuel Franklin, UT Martin
- Stats (2023): 1,386 yards, 11 TDs
Justice Ellison, Wake Forest
- Stats (2023): 548 yards, 1 TD — committed to Indiana
CJ Stokes, Michigan
- Stats (2023): 8 yards
Jawarn Howell, South Carolina State
- Stats (2023): 809 yards, 7 TDs
Wide Receiver Wonders
Miles Cross, Ohio
- Stats (2023): 47 catches, 617 yards, 5 TDs
O’Mega Blake, South Carolina
- Stats (2023): 19 catches, 250 yards, 2 TDs
Tyrell Henry, Michigan State
- Stats (2023): 24 catches, 195 yards, 3 TDs
Trell Harris, Kent State
- Stats (2023): 26 catches, 400 yards, 1 TD
Cyrus Allen, Louisiana Tech
- Stats (2023): 46 catches, 778 yards, 4 TDs
Ke’Shawn Williams, Wake Forest
- Stats (2023): 38 catches, 384 yards, 1 TD
Jayden McGowan, Vanderbilt
- Stats (2023): 36 catches, 383 yards, 0 TDs
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Tight End Triumph
Justin Joly, UConn
- Stats (2023): 56 catches, 578 yards, 2 TDs — visiting Indiana 12/15
Offensive Line Outlook
Trey Wedig, Wisconsin
- Starts (2022): 8; Reserve (2023) — visiting Indiana 12/15
Defensive Dominance
Anterio Thompson, Iowa (DL)
- Stats (2023): 7 games, 1 tackle, 2 blocked punts — Indiana in top three
Syrus Webster, Utah Tech (DL)
- Stats (2023): 79 tackles, 7 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 6 QB hits
Shitta Sillah, Boston College (DL)
- Stats (2023): 14 tackles, 2 sacks, 2 QB hits
Anquin Barnes, Alabama (DL)
- Appearances (2023): 2
Stephen Sings, Auburn (LB)
- Stats (2023): 4 solo tackles
Defensive Backfield Dynamics
T.J. Crandall, Colorado State
- Stats (2023): 19 tackles, 1 INT, 2 PDs
Ayden Garnes, Duquesne
- Stats (2023): 51 tackles, 1 sack, 2 INTs, 1 QBH, 1 FR, 11 PBUs
Derrick Canteen, Virginia Tech
- Stats (2023): 42 tackles, 5 PDs, 1 FF, 1 INT
Devon Marshall, Villanova
- Stats (2023): 47 tackles, 11 PBUs, 3.5 TFLs
Kicking Precision
Ryan Coe, North Carolina
- Stats (2023): 3-of-4 field goals
In conclusion, IU football’s pursuit of talent in the transfer portal is strategic and calculated. The infusion of these skilled players could redefine the team’s dynamics, creating an exciting narrative for the upcoming season. Stay tuned for further developments as the Hoosiers position themselves for success in the ever-evolving landscape of college football.
