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What Curt Cignetti Said After Indiana Football's Win Over Penn State
- Indiana rallied to beat No. 2 Penn State 27-24 after a late drive, underscoring the Hoosiers’ resilience.
- Cignetti said the team refused to lose and found a late big run and timely catches to seal the win.
- Cignetti credited the quick, rhythm-friendly ball from the quarterback as essential in the final sequence.
- Becker and Cooper were highlighted for key catches in the late game when the offense needed plays.
- Cignetti noted protection issues up front contributed to the offense losing rhythm in the second half.
- The coach emphasized using timeouts wisely and preparing for late-game success through similar two-minute experiences.
- Cignetti praised Omar Cooper’s touchdown catch and noted the challenge of toe-in-bounds in the end zone.
- The postgame transcript reflects Cignetti’s appreciation for the officials and the team’s defense that sealed the win.
- Cignetti downplayed Heisman talk, focusing on developing the quarterback rather than awards.
- The article notes the win improved Indiana’s narrative as the season approaches its end with two games left.
- The session included discussion of Mendoza’s performance and passing sequences that capitalized on seams and rhythm.
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