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Indiana RB comes up short of Derrick Henry’s high school rushing record

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November 22, 2025

Indiana RB comes up short of Derrick Henry’s high school rushing record

FORT WAYNE, IN – Myles McLaughlin needed 364 yards to break the high school national career rushing record held by Derrick Henry, one of the NFL’s most dominant running backs. The Friday night lights were shining, the stands were packed, and the crisp November air was drizzling rain.

But on this night, it wasn’t meant to be for Knox High’s McLaughlin, who recorded just 78 yards in the 3A semistate game against Fort Wayne Bishop Luers, which beat Knox 35-0. With McLaughlin’s high school career over, Henry’s 13-year record of 12,124 yards stands.

McLaughlin, who averaged 367 yards this season, rushed for 52 yards in the first half of Friday’s game. Bishop Luers’ defense was too much for him as he finished with 78 yards in what was his lowest game in Knox’s 13-1 season. His longest carry of the night was 11 yards for a first down in the second quarter.

Before Friday’s game, McLaughlin had 4,768 yards for the season, which is the Indiana record. He rushed for 2,830 as a junior, 2,584 as a sophomore and 1,579 as a freshman.

In last week’s regional championship game against Angola, McLaughlin set the Indiana and national record for touchdowns in a season with his second score, passing the 68 scored by New Palestine’s Charlie Spegal and Albemarle, N.C.’s T.A. McClendon.

In that game, McLaughlin had 372 rushing yards and four touchdowns, giving him 11,761 yards for his career and leaving him 364 yards short of Henry’s all-time mark.

Myles McLaughlin is ‘truly special’

Knox coach Russ Radtke talked to IndyStar before Friday’s game about his star player who he says has an intense work ethic and is a true leader of his team.

“His competitiveness drives him to elevate not only his own performance but also the standard for everyone around him,” Radtke said, “and his football IQ allows him to anticipate plays, read defenses and make adjustments that give his team an edge.”

Radtke, who’s coached for 40 years, says McLaughlin stands out.

“What makes him truly special is the rare combination of competitiveness and intelligence. He’s not just playing the game, he’s thinking it through at every level,” said Radtke. “His ability to balance intensity with composure makes him someone teammates want to follow.”

But McLaughlin’s athletic prowess — he plays varsity basketball and baseball — is not the only thing that stands out, says Radtke. The Knox star plans to major in special education in college, though what school he will play at is still undecided. McLaughlin has received several college offers, including Division I offers from Ball State, Valparaiso and Murray State.

Outside of football, McLaughlin spends time with and mentors children with special needs.

“He has always taken care of what he needs to off the field as well and helps out with the younger kids,” Radtke said. “He is always looking to lend a helping hand.”

A day before McLaughlin went for his record, Henry talked to IndyStar, saying he was happy for the success McLaughlin has had.

“Records are meant to be broken. I’ve had it for 10-plus years, so somebody is going to come around and do something special, and it’s him this year,” Henry said. “I’m happy for him.”

Henry also offered some advice for the player chasing his record.

“Don’t put any pressure on yourself. Go out there and do what you’ve always done, and that’s ball out, be the best player on the team and be a leader,” he said. “Go out there and get the ‘W,’ get the record and go win your state championship.”

Follow IndyStar sports reporter Dana Benbow on X: @DanaBenbow. Reach her via email: dbenbow@indystar.com.

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Federal legislation that Braun calls ‘crazy’ is aimed at Bears and Indiana – Indianapolis Business Journal

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March 26, 2026

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Federal legislation that Braun calls ‘crazy’ is aimed at Bears and Indiana – Indianapolis Business Journal

U.S. Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Greg Casar, D-Texas, say the bill would protect taxpayers from being extorted by team owners for huge subsidies. The legislation would likely face an uphill climb in the Republican-controlled Congress.

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Record warmth followed by strong storms tonight | March 26, 2026

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20 hours ago

March 26, 2026

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH-TV) – Strong thunderstorms likely later this evening with all severe weather threats possible. It is going to be warm and windy with record highs today. Much cooler air works into Indiana for the end of the week.

TODAY: Partly cloudy conditions later this afternoon with warm and breezy conditions. It is going to be a beautiful and summer-like day across parts of Indiana. We will look for high temperatures to climb into the lower eighties which will set a new daily high record. The record for today is 80 set back in 1907. Winds will be gusty out of the southwest near 20 to 30 mph.

TONIGHT: A cold front approaches the state bringing a really good chance of strong to severe thunderstorms. A few thunderstorms may develop out ahead of the main line and some of those thunderstorms could contain some large hail along with a tornado risk as well. We are under a level 3 risk of strong storms out of a level 5. So there is confidence that a lot of these storms could reach severe criteria. Threats would be damaging winds and large hail. The tornado risk is low across parts of Indianapolis but it is not zero. A slightly higher risk of tornadic activity is possible in northern sections of Indiana.

Heavy rainfall could also lead to some flooding in parts of the state. Areas may see anywhere between 1 to 3 inches of rainfall.

Best timing on the thunderstorm activity will be anytime after 8:00 p.m. and lasting until Friday morning around 4.

TOMORROW: A few early morning rain showers will be possible on Friday. The main weather story is that it will be much cooler. High temperatures will climb around 49 which is below our normal high of 56. Winds switch direction out of the northeast and it will be a bit breezy at times as well. Low temperatures late Friday night into Saturday morning will drop into the upper twenties.

7 DAY EXTENDED FORECAST: A chilly start early Saturday morning but we will see lots of sunshine for the afternoon. High temperatures will climb around 52 for the afternoon.

Cloud cover returns on Sunday but it will be dry for the most part. Look for high temperatures to climb into the lower 60s.

Warmer next week with temperatures reaching the low and even middle and upper 70s by the middle part of the week. A dry start on Monday with some scattered showers possible on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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IU national championship picture displayed at IND airport

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1 day ago

March 25, 2026

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IU national championship picture displayed at IND airport

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana University is making sure all the visitors in town for the Final Four don’t forget who won the football national championship.

A photo of former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza and wide receiver Charlie Becker is displayed at the Indianapolis International Airport when visitors arrive and go to baggage claim.

IU football won its first national championship in program history in the 2025 season, defeating Miami in the national championship game. The Hoosiers completed the season with an undefeated, 16-0 record.

Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy, becoming the first IU player to win the prestigious award.

Mendoza threw for 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns last season. He is projected to be the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Becker had 34 catches for 679 yards and four touchdowns last season.

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