New Indiana Hoosiers Football Coach: Tom Allen

Who is Tom Allen?

Tom Allen is a veteran football coach and former defensive coordinator who has been the head coach of the Indiana Hoosiers football team since 2016.

He previously served as the defensive coordinator for the University of South Florida, and before that he was the linebackers coach for the University of Kentucky.

What has Allen accomplished as Indiana's football coach?

In his six seasons as head coach, Allen has led the Hoosiers to two bowl games, including a win in the 2020 Gator Bowl. He has also guided Indiana to its highest ranking in the AP Poll since 1969, which came in 2020.

Allen's success at Indiana has earned him recognition as one of the top coaches in the Big Ten Conference.

What are Allen's strengths as a coach?

Allen's strengths as a coach include his passionate and fiery leadership style, his defensive acumen, and his ability to develop players.

He is also known for his strong recruiting abilities, which have helped him to build a talented roster at Indiana.

What are the challenges facing Allen as Indiana's coach?

One of the biggest challenges facing Allen is the lack of consistent success that Indiana football has had in recent years.

The Hoosiers have not won a conference championship since 1967, and they have only been to a bowl game once in the past 10 years.

Another challenge facing Allen is the competition in the Big Ten Conference. The Hoosiers compete in the East Division of the Big Ten, which is one of the toughest divisions in college football.

Indiana has to contend with teams like Ohio State, Michigan, and Penn State, which makes it difficult to compete for a division or conference championship.