"Reigning national champion Indiana doesn't look like it's slowing down anytime soon. After losing multiple key players from the 2025 season, coach Curt Cignetti used the transfer portal to fill in the gaps, but can the Hoosiers defend their title?"
"Illinois must find answers at both spots to protect new quarterback Katin Houser and help an inconsistent run game. The team added transfer Christian Martin, who started at left tackle for Colorado State, as well as junior college imports TJ Taylor, Maika Matelau, and has holdover Nathan Knapik, who started in Illinois' bowl win against Tennessee."
"Quarterback transfer Katin Houser began his career at Michigan State but boosted it at East Carolina, where he started 19 games the past two seasons and recorded 5,306 passing yards with 37 touchdowns. He significantly improved his accuracy and efficiency in 2025, completing nearly 66% of his attempts."
Spring football practices are underway across Big Ten programs as teams prepare for upcoming spring games. Reigning national champion Indiana faces the challenge of defending their title after losing key players, relying on transfer portal acquisitions to fill gaps. UCLA enters a new era under coach Bob Chesney, who brings success from James Madison's College Football Playoff appearance. Illinois, coming off a 9-4 season, focuses on offensive tackle depth to protect new quarterback Katin Houser and support the run game. The team added multiple transfer options including Christian Martin from Colorado State and junior college imports to strengthen the offensive line.
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