What will US LBM Coaches Poll voters do with an Indiana team that looks even better than last season?
No. 7 heading into Saturday, the Hoosiers beat No. 2 Oregon 30-20 and will have an argument for being ranked No. 1 nationally. Indiana can point to the win in Autzen Stadium and to a 53-point win against Illinois that was more impressive than Ohio State’s 34-16 win against the Illini.
But the Buckeyes are a lock to stay at No. 1. Could the Hoosiers rise five spots to No. 2 and replace the Ducks?
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It’s a big climb. Miami didn’t play this weekend but is assured of moving to No. 2. In fact, the Hoosiers might not get past Mississippi to No. 3 even after the Rebels struggled more than expected in a 24-21 win at home against Washington State.
