Indiana Hoosiers football received a major boost to its 2026 recruiting class this week, landing commitments from two highly regarded prospects ranked inside the national top-500. The commitments mark a pivotal moment for head coach Curt Cignetti and his staff as they continue building a strong foundation for the future in Bloomington.
The pair of blue-chip recruits—one on offense and one on defense—chose Indiana over several Power Five programs, citing strong relationships with the coaching staff, a clear development plan, and the chance to be part of a rising program in the Big Ten.
The first commit is four-star wide receiver Jalen Montgomery, a 6-foot-1 playmaker out of Ohio who ranks among the top 300 recruits nationally. Known for his elite route-running, soft hands, and game-breaking speed, Montgomery had offers from schools like Michigan State, Penn State, and Kentucky but opted to join the Hoosiers after an impressive visit to campus in April.
“This just felt like home,” Montgomery said in a statement. “Coach Cignetti and Coach Morgan made it clear how I’d fit in their offense and how I could make an immediate impact. I want to help turn this program into a winner.”
The second commitment came from linebacker Kaiden Sellers, a hard-hitting, high-IQ defender from Georgia ranked just inside the top 500 nationally. At 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, Sellers brings excellent athleticism, field vision, and leadership qualities that have drawn comparisons to current Big Ten standouts. He turned down offers from Florida, Ole Miss, and North Carolina to pledge his future to Indiana.
“Indiana believed in me from day one,” Sellers said. “I love the energy the coaches bring and the opportunity to be part of something special. I want to build with guys who are hungry.”
The Hoosiers’ 2026 class now ranks among the top 25 in the early national team rankings, a significant leap for a program that has struggled with consistency in recruiting over the past decade. These two commitments add to the growing optimism surrounding Coach Cignetti’s tenure, especially following the staff’s aggressive approach to building relationships and upgrading talent across the roster.
With key pieces like Montgomery and Sellers now in the fold, Indiana is showing it can compete for top-tier talent against more established programs. The message is clear: the Hoosiers are investing in the future, and top prospects are beginning to take notice.
For Indiana fans, these commitments offer a glimpse into a new era—one where the Hoosiers are no longer on the outside looking in, but instead making noise on the national recruiting scene.