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Indiana's Curt Cignetti shuts down NFL coaching speculation: 'I've always been more of a college football guy'

January 17, 2026

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti has dismissed rumors linking him to NFL coaching positions, stating he prefers to remain in college football. Speaking ahead of the College Football Playoff national championship game, Cignetti emphasized his commitment to college football.

Indiana's Curt Cignetti shuts down NFL coaching speculation: 'I've always been more of a college football guy'

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Curt Cignetti is the head coach of Indiana University.
Nine NFL teams are currently looking for head coaches.
Cignetti stated he has no interest in moving to the NFL.
He considers himself more suited to college football.
Cignetti made these remarks before the College Football Playoff national championship game.

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Indiana's Curt Cignetti shuts down NFL coaching speculation: 'I've always been more of a college football guy'

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Indiana's Curt Cignetti shuts down NFL coaching speculation: 'I've always been more of a college football guy'

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