Indiana coach Tom Allen 'concerned' about Devon Matthews injury

Falling behind by two scores fewer than three minutes in, little went right for No. 17 Indiana in their 34-6 season-opening loss to No. 18 Iowa on September 4.

Unfortunately, this bad news extended to the injury front, as senior safety Devon Matthews left the game with an injury in the second quarter and did not return.

Speaking to the media postgame, head coach Tom Allen said he is “concerned” about the possible extent of Matthews’ injury.

Tom Allen confirms postgame the QB change came because he didn’t want to keep Penix in the line of fire with the game out of reach. Devon Matthews is a greater worry.

“I’m concerned about Monster.” #iufb

— Zach Osterman (@ZachOsterman) September 4, 2021

For what it’s worth, Matthews took to Twitter Saturday night and attempted to quell the level of concern.

Another minor set back for a major comeback been battling through injuries all my career this ain’t nun to a G 💯💪🏾 appreciate all the love and concerns but i will be good everything happens for a reason 💯🙏🏾 wish I could’ve been out there with my team 🤦🏾‍♂️ love them boys fr #LEO

— Devon “MONSTA” Matthews (@iam_djm25) September 5, 2021

With Kinnick Stadium considered one of America’s most difficult road venues, the Hoosiers will welcome a return home to Bloomington to battle the Idaho Vandals on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET on BTN.

September 18, however, represents a daunting task, as Indiana will face No. 8 Cincinnati at Memorial Stadium at 12 p.m. ET.