On to the championship

 

Indiana University. 9 Jan 2026.

As a long time Hoosier fan, three years ago I never could have imagined the historic run the team has displayed since Coach Cignetti's arrival in Bloomington. Last night, IU advanced to the College Football Playoff National Championship game, by dominating the Oregon Ducks in Atlanta 56-22. The number one Hoosiers are now 15-0, and head to Miami to play the University of Miami Hurricanes (13-2) on 19 January.

There are so many fun storylines with the Hoosiers, from the unheralded players who followed Cignetti from James Madison University to IU, quarterback Fernando Mendoza's Heisman season and journey with younger brother & IU backup QB Alberto Mendoza. The Mendoza brothers grew up a mile from the Miami campus and now play in a homecoming game for the national championship. The Hoosiers play an exciting, balanced style game with a solid defense.

We'll be watching from home, cheering on the team to close out the season.