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One of the greatest stories in sports is the turnaround of the football program at Indiana University.  At one point, IU had the record for the most all-time losses in Division I college football history.

Now IU football is ranked the #1 team in the nation.  The turnaround so quickly is shocking many but started with the hire of coach Curt Cignetti.  

Over a two-year time frame, he found underrated talent, built a culture that focused on fundamentals, reducing errors and believing in each other.  The Heisman favorite quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, has described the team as a "bunch of misfits" from various backgrounds who have come together and overcome to achieve this success.

This is a dream come true season for IU football and its fan base. Hopefully you will have a chance to play on a team at your school that will experience things that you only dreamed of!

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