The Indiana Hoosiers have been making headlines lately, and their latest victory over the Oregon Ducks in a high-profile matchup has the national media buzzing. Led by quarterback Michael Penix Jr., the Hoosiers put on a show in their 41-24 win over the Ducks.
Penix Jr. was the star of the show, throwing for a career-high 342 yards and four touchdowns. He also added a rushing touchdown to cap off a stellar performance. His performance earned him Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week honors and had the national media raving.
ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit said, “Penix Jr. was absolutely fantastic. He was accurate, made big plays, and was a leader on the field. He showed why he’s one of the top quarterbacks in the country.”
The Associated Press’ Ralph Russo was equally impressed, saying, “Penix Jr. was masterful. He made all the right reads and delivered the ball with precision. He was a difference maker in this game.”
The win over Oregon was a statement win for Indiana, and it showed that they are a legitimate contender in the Big Ten. It also showed that Penix Jr. is a special player who can lead his team to victory in big games.
The national media is taking notice of Penix Jr. and the Hoosiers, and it’s clear that they are a team to watch this season. With Penix Jr. at the helm, Indiana could be poised for a special season.