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#2 Indiana Set to Take On Red Hot UCLA Bruins

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IU VS UCLA 10-23-25

By Shannon Griffith Lead Football Analysts for TheHoosier.com

The spotlight doesn’t get much brighter than this.

For only the second time in program history, the #2-ranked Indiana Hoosiers will take the field under the FOX Big Noon Kickoff banner this Saturday as national television descends upon Bloomington. Memorial Stadium will serve as the epicenter of college football when Curt Cignetti’s Hoosiers face a surging UCLA Bruins squad led by quarterback Nico Iamaleava — winners of three straight and hungry to spoil Indiana’s unbeaten season.

Tonight on Hoosier Tailgate, I’ll dive deep into this high-stakes matchup, break down how Indiana can maintain its dominance, and identify where the Bruins could pose the biggest threat. We’ll cover everything from Nico Iamaleava’s dynamic playmaking to Indiana’s keys to victory — including offensive tempo, red-zone execution, and defensive discipline against UCLA’s aerial attack.

The Hoosiers are 7–0 and climbing, but the Bruins are heating up at just the right time. Saturday’s noon kickoff will be broadcast nationwide, making this a defining moment not just for Indiana Football, but for the program’s national perception.

🎙️ Join Me Live Tonight at 7:30 PM

Members of TheHoosier.com are invited to join me tonight on our official YouTube stream for a live episode of The Hoosier Tailgate. We’ll take your comments, questions, and predictions as we preview Saturday’s FOX Big Noon showdown.

Let’s talk football, break down the matchups, and get ready for a historic weekend in Bloomington.

📅 Live Stream: Thursday, October 23, 2025

🕢 Time: 7:30 PM ET

📍 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/aNg4WVzHy4Y?si=_5wTxMG_RTyA0veu

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