that 10-0 means jack shyt. They haven't played anyone good this year. And he's the first 4 star player they got in this class. They have a bunch of 3 star players, and some portal players, but it's not sustainable. I could see if they got Julian Lewis to commit. But this kid turned down an opportunity to player with an NFL coach who coached the part of the defense he plays in and the best corner of all time. They probably guilted him into signing. I doubt the NIL bread is significant than what he could've made elsewhere.
It also seems like he didn't even give Colorado a serious look. Indiana coaches basically stayed on his ass (pause) and he folded.
I think Indiana will be okay based on Cignetti’s experience turning around programs. However, you are correct. Even in the portal/NIL era, it still takes time to build a sustainable program.
This season is more of an anomaly. They were able to hit right in the portal and those guys were able to develop chemistry quickly. You can get 10 wins one year and only get a couple of wins the following year.