Oct 26, 202629 min
Indiana earned a gritty 13–6 overtime victory at Michigan to improve to 7–1 overall and 4–1 in the Big Ten. Rhett Lewis explains how Indiana’s defense held Michigan to 224 total yards, produced four sacks and 10 tackles...
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The Big Red Carpet
Hosted by Rhett Lewis · sports · EN
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The Big Red Carpet is your weekly deep dive into Indiana Hoosiers football. Hosted by Rhett Lewis of Big Ten Network and the NFL Network, each episode breaks down the biggest games, players, and storylines from Bloomington and the Big Ten. Follow for smart analysis, insider insight, and all things IU football—delivered every week.
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What is The Big Red Carpet about?
The Big Red Carpet is your weekly deep dive into Indiana Hoosiers football. Hosted by Rhett Lewis of Big Ten Network and the NFL Network, each episode breaks down the biggest games, players, and storylines from Bloomington and the Big Ten. Follow for smart analysis, insider insight, and all things IU football, delivered every week.
Who hosts The Big Red Carpet?
The Big Red Carpet is hosted by Rhett Lewis. The show has published 46 episodes to date.
What has The Big Red Carpet covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Indiana Survives Michigan in Overtime: Defense Dominates, Hoover Delivers" (26 October 2026, 29 minutes), "Why Indiana Fell Just Short Against Ohio State" (19 October 2026, 29 minutes), and "Indiana Proved It Can Win Ugly: Breaking Down the Nebraska Escape" (12 October 2026, 29 minutes).
How often does The Big Red Carpet publish?
The Big Red Carpet publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 46 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Big Red Carpet?
Booking probability for The Big Red Carpet is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Big Red Carpet requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Big Red Carpet's contact route on record: verified email.
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Rhett Lewis hosts The Big Red Carpet, a sports podcast with 46 episodes published.
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The Big Red Carpet
Why Indiana Fell Just Short Against Ohio State
Oct 19, 202629 minIndiana’s first loss in more than 650 days came in a compelling, closely contested matchup with Ohio State. Rhett Lewis breaks down the handful of plays that separated two elite teams—and why the result should not...
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Indiana Proved It Can Win Ugly: Breaking Down the Nebraska Escape
Oct 12, 202629 minIndiana survived its toughest test of the season, rallying past Nebraska 20–17 in Lincoln to improve to 6–0 overall and 3–0 in the Big Ten. Rhett Lewis explains how the Hoosiers endured a difficult first half, adjusted...
- Oct 7, 202621 min
No. 15 Indiana welcomes top-ranked and undefeated Nebraska to a sold-out Wilkinson Hall for one of the biggest matches in program history. Rhett Lewis sits down with Indiana head coach Steve Aird to discuss the...
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Indiana Beats Rutgers 47–15: Josh Hoover, Turbo Richard Power 5–0 Start
Oct 5, 202621 minIndiana football improved to 5–0 with a dominant 47–15 road victory over Rutgers. Rhett Lewis breaks down a complete performance led by Josh Hoover, Turbo Richard and overwhelming play on both sides of the line of...
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Indiana Beats Northwestern: Lee Beebe Powers Gritty Big Ten Win
Sep 26, 202615 minIndiana football faced its first real test of the season and responded with a physical Big Ten victory over Northwestern. Rhett Lewis breaks down the toughness and relentless effort that moved the Hoosiers to 4–0, led...
- Sep 21, 202629 min
Indiana football finished nonconference play 3–0 with a 38–0 win over Western Kentucky—and Rhett Lewis explains why the criticism of quarterback Josh Hoover is missing the larger picture. Hoover continued to operate...
- Sep 14, 202627 min
Indiana football overwhelmed Howard 55–0 behind an explosive passing attack, two 100-yard rushers and a suffocating defensive performance. Rhett Lewis breaks down Josh Hoover’s unusual four-touchdown, six-completion...
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Indiana Football Beats North Texas 52–16: Josh Hoover Shines in IU Debut
Sep 7, 202625 minIndiana football opened its 2026 season with a 52–16 win over North Texas—and Josh Hoover looked ready to lead the defending national champions. Rhett Lewis breaks down Hoover’s impressive Hoosiers debut, Nick Marsh and...
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Big Red Carpet x CrimsonCast: Rhett Lewis Previews IU-North Texas, Josh Hoover, Cignetti’s Year-Three Roster, and Tayven Jackson’s Return
Sep 2, 202643 minIndiana football is finally back, and Big Red Carpet joins forces with CrimsonCast for a full preview of the Hoosiers’ 2026 opener against North Texas . Rhett Lewis leads the conversation with Galen Clavio as they break...
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New NCAA Ruling Puts Stephen Daley, Kellan Wyatt in Eligibility Limbo
Aug 21, 202613 minAnother court ruling has thrown the college football eligibility landscape—and Indiana’s defensive plans—back into uncertainty. Rhett Lewis explains why the U.S. Court of Appeals’ latest action in Wisne v. NCAA has left...
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Indiana Football Camp Preview: 5 Biggest Questions for the Defending National Champs
Aug 6, 202625 minFall camp is here, and Rhett Lewis is back on The Big Red Carpet to preview the biggest questions facing Indiana football as the Hoosiers begin their title defense. Rhett opens with the huge news that Stephen Daley is...
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Indiana Football Schedule Reveal: Big Noon Kickoff, North Texas Storylines & Big Ten Road Tests
May 28, 202616 minIndiana football’s first five game times are officially set — and the Hoosiers are opening the season in the national spotlight. On this episode of The Big Red Carpet , Rhett Lewis breaks down Indiana’s early-season...
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Indiana’s Historic NFL Draft: Breaking Down Every Hoosier Pick and What Comes Next
Apr 28, 202621 minIndiana football just turned a championship season into a historic NFL Draft. On this episode of The Big Red Carpet, Rhett Lewis recaps a record-setting weekend for the Hoosiers, with eight players selected—breaking a...
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Big Red Carpet x CrimsonCast: NFL Draft Preview + Where Indiana’s Stars Could Land (Mendoza, Cooper Jr., Ponds, Sarratt & More)
Apr 21, 202636 minIt’s a CrimsonCast x The Big Red Carpet crossover as Galen Clavio and Rhett Lewis preview the NFL Draft and break down where Indiana’s championship stars could go — and what a massive draft weekend would mean for the IU...
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Pat Coogan Interview: Indiana OL Leader on National Title Run, Fernando Mendoza & NFL Draft | Big Red Carpet
Mar 31, 202623 minRhett Lewis sits down with Indiana center Pat Coogan for an in-depth conversation on The Big Red Carpet . Coogan reflects on his journey from Notre Dame to Indiana, breaking down the Hoosiers’ national championship...
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Omar Cooper Jr. Interview 🔥 | The Penn State Catch, 4.42 Speed & NFL Draft Rise | Big Red Carpet
Mar 13, 202621 minRhett Lewis sits down with Indiana national champion wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. for an in-depth conversation on the latest episode of The Big Red Carpet . From his legendary Penn State game-winning catch to blazing a...
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Indiana Football at the NFL Combine 🔥 | Fernando #1 Overall? | Omar Cooper Rising | Big Red Carpet
Feb 25, 202635 minLive from Indianapolis at the NFL Scouting Combine, Rhett Lewis and special guest Galen Clavio break down a historic moment for Indiana Hoosiers football. For the first time in program history, Indiana isn’t just...
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Indiana is the National Champions
Jan 20, 202612 minRhett Lewis delivers his first official podcast comments on last night's incredible victory for Indiana over the Miami Hurricanes, as the Hoosiers claim the first National Championship in program history.
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Indiana vs Miami National Championship Preview | Rhett Lewis Breaks It All Down | Big Red Carpet
Jan 18, 202621 minLive from Miami, Rhett Lewis delivers the most comprehensive Big Red Carpet preview yet as Indiana Hoosiers prepare for the national championship game. After media day and direct conversations with Indiana players and...
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Galen Clavio
Director of Undergraduate Studies for the Media School, Associate Professor of Sports Media and the Director of the National Sports Journalism Center, Crimson Cast, Football Weather
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Omar Cooper Jr.
Indiana University
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Todd McShay
Draft Analyst, The Ringer
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Sage Steele
host of The Sage Steele Show, ESPN
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