By going 2-7 in conference this year, Indiana posted its 24th season since the last time they had a winning record in Big Ten play in 1993 (they did go 4-4 in 2001 and had a 7-6 overall record in 2007 and 6-5 in 1994 while only going 3-5 in conference). By reaching 24 years, they passed NU’s 23 consecutive years in the wilderness during the dark ages from 1972 to 1994.
I believe, but am not certain, that this is the longest period of futility in conference history. Indiana also retained its place in the cellar for all time standings for pre-expansion members of the conference.
I believe, but am not certain, that this is the longest period of futility in conference history. Indiana also retained its place in the cellar for all time standings for pre-expansion members of the conference.