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Indiana Faces Alabama in 2026 Rose Bowl Showdown

12/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Rose Bowl on January 1, 2026 features Indiana University football against the Alabama Crimson Tide, with Indiana 13-0 and favored by 6.5.
Curt Cignetti is Indiana University football's head coach, previously at Alabama, where he won the 2009 national title.
The Alabama Crimson Tide are 11-3 after beating Oklahoma 34-24.
Ty Simpson has 3,268 passing yards this season.
Alabama also features a top-ranked pass defense with no 300-yard passers.

History

Historical Context

The Alabama Crimson Tide, under head coach Nick Saban, won the 2009 NCAA Football National Championship, finishing the season undefeated at 14-0. This victory marked Alabama's 13th national title, reinforcing its dominance in college football. As the competitive landscape evolves, Indiana University, with a 13-0 record, will face Alabama in the 2026 Rose Bowl, highlighting the ongoing pursuit of excellence in the sport.

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Story summary

The Rose Bowl on January 1, 2026 features Indiana University football against the Alabama Crimson Tide, with Indiana 13-0 and favored by 6.5.
Curt Cignetti is Indiana University football's head coach, previously at Alabama, where he won the 2009 national title.
The Alabama Crimson Tide are 11-3 after beating Oklahoma 34-24.
Ty Simpson has 3,268 passing yards this season.
Alabama also features a top-ranked pass defense with no 300-yard passers.

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