Saying “I win just google me” at your opening presser then beating ass to go 16-0 and win the natty at Indiana is one of the most gangster things to ever happen.
Greatest Turnaround in CFB History
Indiana before Cignetti (138 Years)
- 712 Losses (Most in D1 History)
- 42.0 Win% (Worst in Power 5)
- Highest AP Ranking: #4
- 1 Outright Big Ten Title (1945)
- 1 Major Award Winner (Anthony Thompson)
Indiana Under Cignetti (2 Years)
+ National Championship at INDIANA
+ 27-2 Record (1st in FBS since 2024)
+ 93.1 Win% (1st in FBS since 2024)
+ Highest AP Ranking: #1
+ 1 Big Ten Championship Win (2025)
+ First 10-Win Season in IU History (2x)
+ First CFP Appearance in IU History (2x)
+ 1 Major Award Winner (Fernando Mendoza)
“I’m proud of you, not just today, but every day.”
Fernando Mendoza’s mom, Elsa, always believed in her son. Now, he’s a national champion. https://t.co/aDKpXpJ4TO
@qbfernando | @indianafootball | @bigten
@ESPNCFB 100%. What lessons are learned from this incredible team?
Hard work is the only way.
Consistency compounds.
Confidence is earned.
Leadership matters
Standards win.