Curt Cignetti, the head coach of Indiana University’s football team, recently addressed speculation regarding the cost of the Hoosiers' 2025 championship roster. In response to Alabama general manager Courtney Morgan's claim that a competitive roster would exceed $40 million, Cignetti clarified that Indiana's roster cost is actually closer to $15 million. While he did not disclose the exact figure, he indicated it lies somewhere in between. Cignetti has achieved an impressive 27-2 record with the Hoosiers, who made history by finishing the previous season with a perfect 16-0 record in the College Football Playoff (CFP) era. Although Indiana has increased its football investment under Cignetti’s leadership, it is not considered among the top-tier Big Ten programs in terms of financial resources. The Hoosiers recently signed the top transfer portal class, featuring standout players like quarterback Josh Hoover from Texas Christian University (TCU) and receiver Nick Marsh from Michigan State University. This indicates that while the roster may become more expensive, it is unlikely to approach the rumored $40 million mark.