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Indiana U Faces Miami in Undefeated Championship Showdown

1/19/2026

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Indiana Football Champions

Indiana University football will face the University of Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 19, 2026.
Indiana University football enters the championship undefeated at 15-0 after defeating Alabama and Oregon.
Curt Cignetti, the Indiana University football head coach, urged focus and to discard sentimental feelings.
Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman Trophy winner, is a key Indiana University quarterback.
The University of Miami, playing at home, poses a significant challenge.

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Indiana Football Champions

Indiana University football will face the University of Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship on January 19, 2026.
Indiana University football enters the championship undefeated at 15-0 after defeating Alabama and Oregon.
Curt Cignetti, the Indiana University football head coach, urged focus and to discard sentimental feelings.
Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman Trophy winner, is a key Indiana University quarterback.
The University of Miami, playing at home, poses a significant challenge.