Grant Wilson replaces Josh Hoover as No. 4 Indiana struggles offensively for 4th straight week

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (AP) — Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover was benched from Saturday's match against Minnesota after suffering a significant hit on an interception just before the half-time break. Indiana coach Curt Cignetti did not disclose whether Hoover was removed due to an injury. Hoover was substituted by veteran quarterback Grant Wilson, as Indiana's offense has been faltering for the fourth consecutive week.

Hoover sustained a right shoulder injury during a game against Ohio State two weeks ago, and he hasn't recovered since. Before the game started, Hoover commented on television, but it was evident that he was not performing well. In the first half of both games against Michigan and Michigan, he threw the ball all over the field, frequently missing receivers either high or wide. He completed only 8 out of 19 passes for 119 yards and managed to rush three times for 2 yards.

The turning point that might have led to his replacement was when defensive lineman Jaxon Howard intercepted a batted ball at the line of scrimmage and started running it back. Defensive back Zack Harden then shoved Hoover to the ground, causing him to land hard on his injured shoulder as his head hit the turf. Hoover remained down for a short while before walking off the field. Harden received a 15-yard penalty for a personal foul.