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Indiana Claims First Championship Amid Transfer Portal Frenzy

1/25/2026

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The 2025 college football season ended with Indiana winning its first national championship, led by transfer quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
The transfer portal proved pivotal, with Miami's Carson Beck and Texas A&M's Lacy making significant impacts.
Lane Kiffin (Ole Miss head coach) moved to LSU, intensifying transfer activity.
Texas and Oklahoma added key transfers, and Arizona State and Notre Dame face losses as the portal stays active for 2026.

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Story summary

The 2025 college football season ended with Indiana winning its first national championship, led by transfer quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
The transfer portal proved pivotal, with Miami's Carson Beck and Texas A&M's Lacy making significant impacts.
Lane Kiffin (Ole Miss head coach) moved to LSU, intensifying transfer activity.
Texas and Oklahoma added key transfers, and Arizona State and Notre Dame face losses as the portal stays active for 2026.