Here's what Tom Allen said during his weekly press conference
Indiana is coming off a wild win against Western Kentucky on Saturday which got the Hoosiers to 2-2 on the season.
They staved off a comeback in the final minutes to take down the Hilltoppers and now the rest of B1G play awaits the Hoosiers.
Head coach Tom Allen spoke to the media on Monday and touched on a multitude of topics, including his team’s big matchup against Penn State this Saturday and some unfortunate injury updates.
He also spoke about that latest win against Western Kentucky and how great quarterback Michael Penix Jr. looked. Here are his full quotes:
Tom Allen is here for his Monday press conference. First credits his guys for the win on Saturday.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen giving the offense credit, particularly Penix, the offensive line, Stephen Carr and Peyton Hendershot.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen says Carr and Hendershot were Offensive Players of the Week. Defense was Tiawan Mullen and Micah McFadden.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Special teams, obviously was Charles Campbell.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen calls Penn State "a tremendous challenge."
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen says D.J. Matthews has torn his ACL and will be out for the season. "I hurt for him. He's had an amazing attitude."
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen mentions Jacolby Hewitt, Malachi Holt-Bennett and Jordyn Williams as guys who can step up in Matthews loss. "We've still got a lot of talent in that room."
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen says David Ellis' lower leg injury doesn't appear to be serious but "it's lingering."
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen says D.J. Matthews is eligible for a medical redshirt as he has never taken a redshirt.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen points out that the Hoosiers have had two ACL tears and they've both been non-contact. Chris Keys was the same deal.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen says Jaylin WIlliams is progressing well through concussion protocol. Said initial prognosis was positive as well. Obviously, can't commit to his availability for Saturday at this point, but suggests he's heading in a good direction.
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Allen said he feels good about the "flow" they're creating for a road night game. "It's going to be an awesome environment and a great opportunity."
— Dustin Dopirak (@DustinDopirak) September 27, 2021
Tom Allen on ACL injuries, of which IU has two so far this season: "If anybody ever figures out how to prevent those, I think they'll be a very popular person in sports." #iufb
— Zach Osterman (@ZachOsterman) September 27, 2021
So that leaves Tom Allen talking about using tight ends more. Reese Taylor will have more on him in the return game. This would seem to give some extra opportunity for Javon Swinton as the next man up. #iufb
— Matt Cohen (@Matt_Cohen_) September 27, 2021
