Indiana football vs Michigan 5 things to watch, Fox Big Noon Kickoff

Indiana is playing at home against No. 4 Michigan on Saturday at noon. The game is one of three remaining against teams ranked in the top 10. IU is 3-2 in Big Ten and needs to win. The Hoosiers lost to Nebraska 35-21. They play at No 10 Penn State on November 5 and at no 3 Ohio State next month.

Cam Camper and D.J. Matthews didn't make the trip to Nebraska due to illness and hamstring injuries. The Hoosiers played without them and they didn’t do well. They were 2 of 15 on third downs and didn's inside the Cornhuskers 40 twice. Camer has been the most reliable receiver for the Hoops. He has 33 receptions and 418 yards. Matthew has 17 receptions for 198 yards, but he's also hurt.

Indiana lost at Cincinnati. The Hoosiers have struggled with their offensive line. Coach Tom Allen might have to shuffle the lineups. Michigan's front is loaded with edge rushers. They rank second in the Big Ten in sacks with 15. Michigan is giving up just 2.9 yards per carry. It ranks in top four in conference in scoring defense, total defense and passing and rushing defense.

Jaylin Lucas has just seven carries this season. IU coach Allen and offensive coordinator Walt Bell want to get him more touches. Lucas is 5-9, 170 pounds and sometimes gives up 100 pounds in pass protection. Shaun Shivers and Josh Henderson have been effective every-down backs. IU needs more yards and points. They might be willing to sacrifice tempo for that.

Indiana football team takes on Michigan Wolverines in Big Ten Championship Game. Michigan has a strong rushing attack with a Heisman Trophy candidate in tailback Blake Corum. Indiana has faced more rushing attempts than any team in the Big League. The Hoosiers are giving up just 3.3 yards per carry. They are seventh in their conference.

Indiana and Michigan are playing in Fox Big Noon Kickoff. Michigan is effective and efficient in the air. Indiana has brought havoc back with Allen calling the defensive plays. The Hoosiers rank third in league in sacks with 14 and have four interceptions. Michigan has thrown the second fewest passes in conference, but they are third with 9.3 yards per pass.