Cignetti bringing the buzz to Bloomington

Bloomington buzzing with excitement as Cignetti takes the helm

Bloomington, Indiana is buzzing with excitement as former NFL quarterback and Virginia head coach Mike Cignetti has been named the new head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers football program. Cignetti, who has a long track record of success at both the collegiate and professional levels, is expected to bring a new level of excitement and energy to the Hoosiers program.

Cignetti, 53, spent the past two seasons as the quarterbacks coach for the New York Giants. Prior to that, he was the head coach at Virginia from 2018-2021, where he led the Cavaliers to their first winning season in 15 years in 2019.

Cignetti, son of former West Virginia head coach Frank Cignetti Sr and younger brother of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks coach Frank Cignetti Jr, is a renowned offensive mind with 25 years of coaching experience, including 10 years coaching quarterbacks in the NFL. He is expected to implement a high-powered offensive attack at Indiana.

Cignetti excited for new challenge in Bloomington

Cignetti said he is excited to take on the challenge of leading the Hoosiers football program.

"I am thrilled to be the head coach at Indiana University," Cignetti said. "I believe that this program has the potential to be one of the best in the country, and I am committed to working hard every day to make that a reality."

Cignetti inherits a program that has struggled in recent years. The Hoosiers have not had a winning season since 2020 and have only been to a bowl game once since 2016.

However, Cignetti is confident that he can turn things around in Bloomington.

"I know that there is a lot of work to be done, but I am up for the challenge," Cignetti said. "I am excited to get to work and help this program reach its full potential."

Hoosiers fans optimistic about future under Cignetti

Hoosiers fans are optimistic about the future of the program under Cignetti.

"I think Cignetti is a great hire," said Indiana fan John Smith. "He has a proven track record of success, and I believe that he can turn this program around."

"I am excited to see what Cignetti can do with this team," said Indiana fan Mary Jones. "I think he is going to bring a lot of energy and excitement to the program, and I am confident that we can have success under his leadership."

Cignetti ready to get to work

Cignetti is ready to get to work on building a winning program at Indiana.

"I am excited to get started," Cignetti said. "I am going to hit the ground running and do everything I can to help this team reach its full potential."

The Hoosiers open the 2023 season on September 2nd at home against the Ball State Cardinals.