Bloomington, IN
Aug 31, 2024
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The Indiana Hoosiers opened their 2024 season with a commanding 31-7 victory over the Florida International Panthers at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington. Quarterback Kurtis Rourke, a transfer from Ohio and the 2022 Mid-American Conference Offensive Player of the Year, led the Hoosiers by completing 15 of 24 passes for 180 yards and a touchdown. The game marked the debut for head coach Curt Cignetti, who became the first Indiana coach to win his debut since 2007.
Indiana's defense was relentless, stifling the Panthers and limiting them to just 182 total yards and forcing two turnovers. Rourke orchestrated a balanced attack, complemented by running back Ty Son Lawton, who followed Cignetti from James Madison and rushed for 74 yards and two touchdowns. Elijah Green punctuated the Hoosiers' dominance with a 51-yard touchdown run in the game's final minutes, securing Cignetti's unblemished debut. The Hoosiers outgained the Panthers 414-182 in total yardage and controlled the game from start to finish.
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Kurtis Rourke threw a pinpoint 9-yard touchdown pass to Zach Horton on 1st & goal, capping a 7-play, 58-yard drive to put Indiana on the board first. Rourke's precision set the tone for Indiana's offensive performance.
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Ty Son Lawton powered through the defense for a 13-yard touchdown rush on 1st & 10, concluding a 9-play, 76-yard drive that extended Indiana's lead to 14-0. Lawton's run showcased his strength and vision.
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Ty Son Lawton completed a 2-yard touchdown run on 2nd & goal, capping a grueling 16-play, 93-yard drive that furthered Indiana's lead to 21-0. Lawton's persistence in short-yardage situations was critical.
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Keyone Jenkins found Rocky Beers for a 7-yard touchdown pass on 1st & goal, finishing a 12-play, 75-yard drive that cut Indiana's lead to 21-7. This touchdown was FIU's only score and provided a brief glimmer of hope before halftime.
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Nicolas Radicic successfully kicked a 35-yard field goal on 4th & 10, increasing Indiana's lead to 24-7. This capped a 13-play, 68-yard drive and underscored Indiana's ability to control the clock and capitalize on possessions.
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Elijah Green broke free for a 51-yard touchdown run on 2nd & 22, sealing the game at 31-7. The run highlighted Green's explosive speed and ability to deliver in clutch moments.
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Amare Ferrell intercepted a pass from FIU's Keyone Jenkins and returned it 20 yards, stopping a critical FIU drive and maintaining Indiana's control of the game.
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Kurtis Rourke completed a crucial 19-yard pass to Justice Ellison on 4th & 4, converting a fourth down and driving Indiana deeper into FIU territory. This conversion set up Radicic's later field goal.
Kurtis Rourke (Indiana Hoosiers, QB)
Rourke led the Hoosiers in his debut with 180 yards passing, completing 15 of 24 attempts, and a touchdown, managing the game without any turnovers. He also executed a vital third-quarter drive that culminated in a key field goal.
Ty Son Lawton (Indiana Hoosiers, RB)
Lawton was effective with 16 carries totaling 74 yards and two touchdowns. His performance helped build an early lead, demonstrating his power and consistency in Indiana's ground attack.
Elijah Green (Indiana Hoosiers, RB)
Green showcased his explosive ability with 82 rushing yards on just five carries, including a game-sealing 51-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, demonstrating his breakaway speed and elusiveness.
Aiden Fisher (Indiana Hoosiers, LB)
Fisher commanded the defense with 11 total tackles and a sack, continually disrupting FIU’s offense. His leadership and playmaking were instrumental in Indiana's defensive dominance.
Justice Ellison (Indiana Hoosiers, RB)
Ellison contributed 68 rushing yards on 10 carries and added a crucial 19-yard reception on a fourth-down conversion that kept a third-quarter scoring drive alive, emphasizing his versatility and reliability.
Nicolas Radicic (Indiana Hoosiers, K)
Radicic was flawless, hitting a 35-yard field goal and converting all four extra point attempts, adding to Indiana's stable scoring and maintaining the scoreboard pressure on FIU.
Amare Ferrell (Indiana Hoosiers, DB)
Ferrell played a key role on defense, intercepting an FIU pass and returning it 20 yards to halt a critical drive, showcasing his playmaking ability.
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