Indiana's defense climbed from No. 16 to No. 9 in this week's updated standings, with a stop rate of 75.4%, after shutting down Dylan Raiola and the Huskers.
Defensive coordinator Bryant Haines' crew grabbed five takeaways, including three interceptions, and got nine third-down stops. The Hoosiers also became the only FBS defense to go 5-for-5 on stopping fourth-down conversions in a game this season, according to TruMedia.
Great teams find a way to get stops in critical situations. Last year, national champ Michigan finished No. 1 with a defensive stop rate of 81.6% in its games against FBS opponents.
Another impressive stat that stood out to Indiana coach Curt Cignetti: Indiana was able to convert the five turnovers into 28 points. 'You don't see that very often,' Cignetti said.
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