Indiana Hoosiers defeat North Texas Mean Green 52-16: Recap & Betting Results
Sat, Sep 5, 2026 · NCAAF · North Texas Mean Green 16, Indiana Hoosiers 52
The Indiana Hoosiers beat the North Texas Mean Green 52-16 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Memorial Stadium (Bloomington, IN). The North Texas Mean Green covered the spread as 40-point underdogs. The game went over the closing total of 57, with 68 points combined.
North Texas Mean Green vs. Indiana Hoosiers final score and game recap
The Indiana Hoosiers led 14-0 after the first quarter and 24-6 at halftime. They outscored the North Texas Mean Green 28-10 in the second half, 21-0 in the fourth quarter alone. They led at the end of every quarter.
The leading performers, from the box score:
- Tayven Jackson (North Texas Mean Green): 22/28 passing for 192 yards, 0 touchdowns, 1 interception.
- Jahiem White (North Texas Mean Green): 14 carries for 61 yards, 1 rushing touchdown.
- Josh Hoover (Indiana Hoosiers): 13/16 passing for 231 yards, 4 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
- Charlie Becker (Indiana Hoosiers): 4 catches for 64 yards, 2 receiving touchdowns.
Who covered the spread in North Texas Mean Green vs. Indiana Hoosiers?
The North Texas Mean Green covered the spread as 40-point underdogs, losing by 36 points.
Did North Texas Mean Green vs. Indiana Hoosiers go over or under the total?
The game went over: 68 points combined against a closing total of 57, over by 11. 30 of the 68 points came in the first half.
North Texas Mean Green and Indiana Hoosiers betting trends: 2026 season
This result left the North Texas Mean Green 0-1 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 1 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
This result left the Indiana Hoosiers 1-0 in the 2026 regular season. Against the spread, they covered in 0 of 1 game with a closing line on file. Their only game with a closing total went over.
What's next for North Texas Mean Green and Indiana Hoosiers?
Next for the North Texas Mean Green: the UNLV Rebels at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Next for the Indiana Hoosiers: the Howard Bison at home on Saturday, September 12, 2026.