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Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Jaden is a lifelong, die-hard Ohio State Buckeyes fan with a deep understanding of the program and its culture. Despite his Buckeye roots, he chose to attend Indiana University, where he is currently a sophomore. During his time at IU, Jaden has developed into a proficient sports writer with a strong passion for college football and the business of sports.

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Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti claps on the podium after the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
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Indiana’s Curt Cignetti Has Earned Every Dollar of His $13.2 Million Contract

When Curt Cignetti took the Indiana job in November 2023, he was earning $4.5 million a year. At the time, that felt like...

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers offensive lineman Zen Michalski (75) reacts after the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.
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The Transfer Portal Helped Zen Michalski Become a Back to Back National Champion

In an era when college football careers are no longer linear, Zen Michalski has built one of the most distinctive resumes in the...

Indiana Hoosiers tight end Riley Nowakowski (37) rushes up the field against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Zabien Brown (2) on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, during the 112th annual Rose Bowl game in Pasadena. Indiana Hoosiers defeated Alabama Crimson Tide, 38-3.
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The Big Ten Has Taken the CFB Throne From the SEC

For decades, the conversation around college football supremacy began and ended with one conference: the SEC. From the mid-2000s dynasty runs to the...

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day talks to quarterback Julian Sayin (10) during the NCAA football game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Nov. 8, 2025. Ohio State won 34-10.
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Does Ohio State Have the Toughest Schedule in the Country?

The Buckeyes’ 2026 schedule will test their playoff hopes all season long. For years, gauntlet-style schedules were limited to the SEC. Weekly landmines,...

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti hoists the trophy as he celebrates with defensive lineman Tyrique Tucker (95), wide receiver Elijah Sarratt (13), quarterback Fernando Mendoza (16), defensive lineman Mikail Kamara and defensive back D'Angelo Ponds (5) after defeating the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.
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How Did Indiana Have One of the Most Historic Football Seasons in History?

Indiana’s 2024 season surprised many, as the Hoosiers went 11-1 en route to a playoff appearance. Entering the 2025 season, the Hoosiers were...

Dec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Rolijah Hardy (21) reacts in the third quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the 2025 Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
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Indiana’s Rolijah Hardy Is College Football’s Most Underrated Linebacker

Indiana linebacker Rolijah Hardy has quietly put together one of the most impressive breakout seasons in college football this year, yet his name...

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) celebrates a first down beside Miami Hurricanes defensive back Jakobe Thomas (8) during the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas for the College Football Playoff quarterfinal game on Dec. 31, 2025. Ohio State lost 24-14.
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How Will Ohio State-Miami Game Influence Future Recruiting Battles?

When the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Miami Hurricanes faced off in the College Football Playoff, the stakes extended well beyond the final...