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Indiana Football: 3 Takeaways from home opener vs Ball State

By Michael Collins

Sep 10, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; The Indiana Hoosiers celebrate an interception by defensive back Marcelino Ball (42) the during the first half of the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; The Indiana Hoosiers celebrate an interception by defensive back Marcelino Ball (42) the during the first half of the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports /
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Richard Lagow Will be a Fine Replacement for Sudfeld

With quarterback Nate Sudfeld moving on to the NFL, Indiana rested their hopes on Iowa State transfer Richard Lagow. So far, he hasn’t disappointed.

Lagow had an unspectacular but solid game once again, going 17 of 28 for 266 yards and three touchdowns. Most importantly, zero interceptions or fumbles.

The redshirt junior transfer spread the ball around well, finding eight different receivers during the game, although it was apparent he has a comfort level with Mitchell Paige, who is shaping up to be yet another NFL prospect for the Hoosiers.

There were very few bad throws (if any) made by Lagow, and his decision making was solid. He didn’t face much of a rush against the Cardinals, and that’s certain to change as the nasty Big Ten defenses line up against his Hoosier offensive line in the coming weeks.

So far, it seems fans can breathe a little easier about the quarterback position.

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