Josh Hoover Shined in His Hoosiers Debut, and He Made It Look Gritty with a Busted Nose
Hoover stayed in after a facemask ripped off his helmet and left him bloodied, then threw a 9-yard touchdown pass.
- On Saturday, Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover debuted against North Texas at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Ind., leading the Hoosiers during their season opener.
- Replacing Heisman Trophy-winning Fernando Mendoza, the former TCU transfer carried high expectations, entering the game with 79 total touchdowns and 33 interceptions.
- North Texas defensive lineman Udoka Ezeani was flagged for a facemask penalty in the second quarter that left Hoover with a visible cut on his nose and blood on his chinstrap.
- Despite the injury, Hoover remained in the game and connected with returning starter Charlie Becker on a 9-yard touchdown pass, extending the Hoosiers' lead to 21-3.
- Fox sideline reporter Jenny Taft reported Hoover was evaluated for a concussion, though he finished his first start with 98 yards passing and two touchdowns.
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