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Indiana breaks College Football Playoff trend with win over Alabama

For the second time in two years under the new 12-team College Football Playoff format, the lower seeds got off to a hot start in round two. But as the sun set on Rose Bowl Stadium, Indiana issued a statement that there is a new sheriff in town, metaphorically stripping the badge from Alabama in an embarrassing rout.

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IU football: Three quick reasons the Hoosiers beat Alabama, highlights, stats

PASADENA, Calif. — Indiana defeated Alabama in the CFP quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl by a final score of 38-3. The Hoosiers won their first bowl game since 1991, and advanced to the CFP national semifinals where they’ll face Oregon at the Peach Bowl in Atlanta.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / January 1

TIDE ROLLED: Indiana football beats Alabama in Rose Bowl Game for first bowl win since 1991

PASADENA, Calif. — Indiana football’s season was already magical before the Hoosiers stepped onto Spieker Field at The Rose Bowl. But New Year’s Day 2026 has removed any doubt over where this season stands in IU history.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 1

Curt Cignetti, Fernando Mendoza Face Unexpected Setback on Thursday

Curt Cignetti and the No. 1 seed Indiana Hoosiers jumped out to a massive 17-0 lead at halftime against the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl.

IU women’s basketball drops third straight Big Ten game Sunday to Michigan State

Indiana women’s basketball opened the new year with another Big Ten loss. The Hoosiers (11-4) fell at home 80-60 to No. 24 Michigan State. IU has started league play 0-3.

Mikail Kamara News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / January 1

Amid Hard Season, Indiana Football Needs Mikail Kamara at His Best in Rose Bowl

LOS ANGELES — While Mikail Kamara glanced at the table around him, eyed those who constitute Indiana football's defensive line room and reached the conclusion he's 2 years older, minimum, than the rest of the group.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / December 31

IU football game day: Indiana vs. Alabama CFP/Rose Bowl primer and prediction

The long waits are over. It’s been 58 years since Indiana’s last trip to the Rose Bowl, and 25 days since the Hoosiers beat Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship game. Up next — the biggest game in program history.

Mikail Kamara News / The Daily Hoosier / December 31

‘It’s good to be in the middle’: How IU football star Mikail Kamara adjusted his mentality during a trying season

LOS ANGELES — Indiana’s first bye week might not appear a notable point in the season from the outside. But that week off, at the end of September and beginning of October, is when everything changed for Mikail Kamara.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / January 1

Alabama vs. Indiana Rose Bowl Prediction: College Football Playoff Quarterfinal Preview

Alabama is in unfamiliar territory as the clear underdog in a College Football Playoff game, even after it pulled off a remarkable comeback to advance to the quarterfinals.

Indiana football fans making their presence known in Pasadena ahead of Rose Bowl

Indiana fans are stoked for the Hoosiers’ first appearance in the Rose Bowl game since 1968 and have traveled hard to Pasadena to enjoy their team’s game.

Nick Saban says fans aren't giving No. 1 Indiana 'proper respect' leading up to Rose Bowl against No. 9 Alabama

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Daniel Ndukwe News / The Daily Hoosier / December 31

IU football: Daniel Ndukwe displays confidence stepping into big role at the Rose Bowl

LOS ANGELES — If the spotlight of being thrust into a bigger role on a stage like the Rose Bowl and the College Football Playoff is a lot to handle, Daniel Ndukwe doesn’t show it.

Curt Cignetti News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / December 31

Curt Cignetti Unhappy with 'Disruption' of Indiana Football Schedule Before Rose Bowl

LOS ANGELES — Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti held a long, blank stare toward the back of the press conference room Wednesday morning at the Sheraton Grand hotel in Los Angeles.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / December 31

‘He’s on a great path’: Indiana RB Khobie Martin has capitalized on his opportunities this year

LOS ANGELES — Indiana football entered this season with a three-man backfield committee. Returnee Kaelon Black was set to team up with transfers Roman Hemby and Lee Beebe Jr.

Indiana Hoosiers News / The Daily Hoosier / December 31

IU football preparing for the Rose Bowl: Practice photos and videos

Below are practice photos and videos as Indiana prepares to face Alabama at the Rose Bowl. No. 1 Indiana (13-0) takes on No. 9 Alabama (11-3) Thursday at 4 p.m.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 31

Alabama LB has head-turning take on Fernando Mendoza before Rose Bowl

The No. 9 seed Alabama Crimson Tide know they will have their hands full against the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers in Thursday’s Rose Bowl game in Pasadena, Calif., and Fernando Mendoza is a big reason why.

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 31

Nick Saban says fans aren't giving No. 1 Indiana 'proper respect' leading up to Rose Bowl against No. 9 Alabama

Hall of Fame coach and seven-time national champion Nick Saban does not agree with the lack of respect shown toward Indiana.

No. 1 Indiana gets encouraging health update ahead of Rose Bowl clash with No. 9 Alabama

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Indiana Hoosiers News / Indiana Hoosiers on SI / December 30

Inside Indiana Football's Plan to Replace Stephen Daley in Rose Bowl

LOS ANGELES — Daniel Ndukwe was on cloud nine, celebrating Indiana football’s first Big Ten Championship since 1967 with his teammates at Lucas Oil Stadium, when strength coach Derek Owings approached him.

Indiana Hoosiers News / Yardbarker / December 30

Giants' Kafka campaigns for Dart after Mendoza report

Giants' Mike Kafka campaigns for Jaxson Dart after Fernando Mendoza report

A recent report suggested that the Giants could spend a high 2026 draft pick on a QB prospect such as Mendoza and then make Dart available to other teams.

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