Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti offered some insight into the Hoosiers’ 2026 signing class during a recent appearance on Big Ten Network, but it wasn’t just about the incoming freshmen. He also provided an important update on one of Indiana’s newest additions from the transfer portal - tight end Brock Schott.
Schott, who transferred in from Miami, is still on the mend after undergoing labrum surgery on his hip during his time with the Hurricanes. According to Cignetti, the tight end won’t be cleared until after spring ball, meaning Hoosier fans will have to wait a bit longer to see him in action.
That said, there’s a reason to keep an eye on Schott once he’s healthy. Indiana has quietly built a strong track record at tight end under position coach Grant Cain.
Over the past two seasons, the Hoosiers have turned the position into a real strength. In 2024, Zach Horton emerged as a key offensive weapon, and in 2025, Riley Nowakowski played a pivotal role on Indiana’s national championship squad, showcasing the kind of versatility that makes modern tight ends so valuable.
With Schott’s rehab timeline pushing his debut to post-spring, the upcoming offseason will be a crucial evaluation period for Cain and the offensive staff. They’ll need to sort through their options and figure out how to keep the momentum going at a position that’s become a quiet engine for the Hoosiers’ success.
The tight end room may not always grab headlines, but in Bloomington, it’s become one of the more quietly productive units on the roster. As Indiana gears up for 2026, the question isn’t just when Schott will be ready - it’s how he’ll fit into a position group that’s already proven it can deliver on the big stage.