- Indiana returns as the defending national champs after a perfect 16-0 season under Curt Cignetti — an easy conversation starter.
- Big turnover for both teams: IU lost Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza and several draftees and will start TCU transfer QB Josh Hoover; North Texas lost its coach and many players and named Tayven Jackson the Week 1 starter.
- Rare Week 1 meeting of two 10+ win teams on FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff — a high-profile matchup that’s drawing extra attention (and betting interest).
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