Indiana Football Releases Injury Report Ahead Of Week 2 Game Vs Western Illinois

Indiana Football Injury Report: Week 2 vs. Western Illinois

Injury News for Indiana Hoosiers

Hoosiers Dealing with Injuries, Availability of Key Players Uncertain

Indiana University football is set to face Western Illinois in its second game of the 2023 season, but the team could be doing so without some key players.

The Hoosiers released their injury report on Thursday, which listed several key players as questionable or doubtful for Saturday's game.

Offensive Injuries: Quarterback, Running Back Uncertain

Quarterback Connor Bazelak (shoulder) is questionable after suffering an injury in the season opener against Illinois.

Running back Shaun Shivers (ankle), who is tied for the Big Ten lead in rushing touchdowns, is also questionable.

Defensive Injuries: Linebacker Out, Safety Questionable

Leading tackler Cam Jones (linebacker) is out for Saturday's game due to an undisclosed injury.

Safety Devon Matthews is questionable after suffering a head injury in the season opener.

Availability Uncertain for Others

In addition to those listed above, several other players are listed as questionable or doubtful for the game.

Wide receiver Jacolby Spells (foot), cornerback Tiawan Mullen (undisclosed), and offensive tackle Luke Haggard (undisclosed) are all questionable.

The availability of these players could have a significant impact on the outcome of Saturday's game.

Conclusion: Hoosiers Facing Adversity in Week 2

Indiana football will have its hands full against FCS opponent Western Illinois on Saturday, especially if it is without some of its key players.

The Hoosiers will need to find a way to replace the production of injured players if they want to remain undefeated.

The game will be played at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, Indiana, and will kick off at 2:30 p.m. ET.