Three keys to Indiana's Homecoming matchup with Michigan State
Ava Wegenke | October 18The Spartans come to Bloomington with nothing to lose.
The Spartans come to Bloomington with nothing to lose.
It was the closest game of the season for Indiana.
The defense was dominant at the line of scrimmage and met Illinois on nearly every assignment.
The Hoosiers won 27-14 in a matchup that bore equal parts good and ugly.
Indiana is now 6-6 in Big Ten play.
Indiana pulled away late after both starters pitched well.
The snowy victory was emotional for Indiana players still looking for their first Bucket Game win.
With a record of 10-1 Indiana left Columbus with its first tally in the losing column and a chip on its shoulder.
The Hoosiers secure their sixth straight double-digit win for the first time since 1896.