Tyler Cherry Reinstated to Indiana Roster as Redshirt Freshman for 2026
His return strengthens a retooled quarterback depth chart heading into spring camp.
Overview
- Indiana Athletics lists Cherry back on the active roster and scholarship with four seasons of eligibility remaining.
- He spent 2025 as a student coach while rehabbing a knee injury sustained late in the 2024 season.
- The 2026 quarterback room now includes TCU transfer Josh Hoover, Cherry, and redshirt freshmen Jacob Bell and Maverick Geske.
- Indiana is reloading at quarterback after Fernando Mendoza declared for the NFL draft and Alberto Mendoza transferred to Georgia Tech.
- Quarterbacks coach Tino Sunseri has returned to the staff as Chandler Whitmer departed for the NFL, providing continuity for player development.