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Who were Indiana’s offensive, defensive players of the game at Rutgers?

Cast your vote for Indiana’s Offensive and Defensive Players of the Game in the 47-15 win against Rutgers.

Who were Indiana’s offensive, defensive players of the game at Rutgers?

On October 3, 2026, Indiana faced off against Rutgers in a highly anticipated matchup at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Hoosiers emerged victorious with a dominating 47-15 win, showcasing standout performances from several key players.

Leading the charge on offense was Turbo Richard, who returned from an injury suffered against Northwestern. Richard rushed for an impressive 204 yards on 13 attempts, translating to 15.7 yards per carry. Charlie Becker contributed significantly from the air, catching eight passes for 107 yards and scoring two touchdowns off Josh Hoover's four touchdown passes.

On the defensive side, Jamari Sharpe was instrumental in coverage, especially given Rutgers' struggles to connect with wideout KJ Duff. Stephen Daley added to the defensive efforts with two sacks, earning him the title of Defensive Player of the Game. Isaiah Jones and Tobi Osunsanmi were also crucial, with Jones and Osunsanmi tying for the team's leading tackles.

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