And while Cignetti's comments were likely unsubstantiated, Indiana fans can hang their hats on a record-breaking 11-2 season and the first playoff appearance in program history.

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – The Indiana football staff has been busy building the 2025 roster in recent weeks, and head coach Curt Cignetti met with reporters Wednesday to discuss that process.

"There really weren't many conversations," Cignetti said about retaining current players. "I think everybody was in a good place, excited about where we're going. Obviously, had a good experience ...