HOPE: Indiana's National Championship THRILLER vs. Miami Will FOREVER CHANGE College Football?

Indiana Hoosiers shock college football with a historic national championship, igniting hope for longtime underdogs. Can programs like Baylor, TCU, and Rutgers pull off their own Cinderella stories next? Cam Stuart and Sydney Wicker debate Curt Cignetti’s impact, the importance of culture over NIL money, and whether Indiana’s breakthrough signals a new era for non-blue bloods nationwide.

Big 12 basketball heats up as Houston dominates and Texas Tech surges, while Iowa State and TCU struggle to keep pace. The hosts break down Baylor’s roster issues, spotlighting how the team misses point guard Rob Wright’s game-changing presence. Tune in for sharp analysis of conference winners and losers, crucial coaching decisions, and what Baylor must do to reclaim its edge on the hardwood. Will old school football and savvy leadership reshape the future for perennial underdogs?

0:00 – Indiana's Historic Win
Discussion about Indiana Hoosiers winning the college football national championship, its impact on college football, and whether it gives hope to smaller programs.

12:07 – Big 12 Basketball: Winners & Losers
Recap and analysis of the week's winners and losers in Big 12 basketball, with special attention to teams like Iowa State, TCU, Houston, and Texas Tech.

21:14 – Baylor Basketball: Missing Rob Wright
Deep dive into Baylor basketball's struggles, the impact of losing point guard Rob Wright, and speculation on how his absence has affected the team’s playmaking and identity.

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