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Indiana’s Omar Cooper Jr. Leaves Big Ten Title Game With Apparent Right Ankle Injury, Listed as Questionable

Trainers evaluated his right ankle in the medical tent before a trip to the locker room.

Ohio State's Lorenzo Styles Jr. breaks up a pass intended for Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. during the first half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game in Indianapolis, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.
Dec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) cannot make a catch against Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Lorenzo Styles Jr. (3) in the first quarter during the 2025 Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • He was hurt on the opening possession while chasing a deep pass from Fernando Mendoza that was broken up by safety Lorenzo Styles Jr.
  • Broadcast reports said staff focused on his right ankle, and he later exited with a visible black wrap.
  • Fox reported he was designated questionable to return, and Indiana did not issue an in-game medical update.
  • The junior entered the game as Indiana’s leading receiver with 58 catches for 804 yards and 11 touchdowns.
  • Quarterback Fernando Mendoza had a brief early injury scare but returned after missing one play during the matchup at Lucas Oil Stadium against No. 1 Ohio State.