Minnesota vs Indiana head-to-head: position-by-position star ratings, experience, and composite grades on CFB Matchup. They meet Week 9, Saturday, October 31, 2026.
The Breakdown
#6 Indiana's 65 composite edges Minnesota's 62, driven by Josh Hoover's 4★, four-year edge over Drake Lindsey.
When Minnesota has the ball: The 3.4★ O-line has a slim edge on Indiana's 3★ D-line — the only advantage available here.
When Indiana has the ball: Nick Marsh and Tyler Morris headline 3.7★ receivers against Minnesota's 3★ secondary; 4★ Turbo Richard stresses 3.3★ linebackers.
Swing factor: Josh Hoover, 4★ with four college seasons, transferred in; Drake Lindsey counters at 3★ and two years.
X-factor: Halloween Saturday in Bloomington, Week 9 — the crowd backing #6 Indiana raises the degree of difficulty.