Rose Bowl Head Coaches Press Conference: Curt Cignetti and Kalen DeBoer

Indiana Hoosiers' coach Curt Cignetti addressed the media following quarterback Fernando Mendoza's Heisman win, ahead of the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal. During a Zoom conference, he shared insights on his coaching journey, roster preparations, while Alabama's Kalen DeBoer discussed his experiences and challenges faced this season.

A man in a suit gestures while speaking at a podium during a press conference, with a backdrop featuring logos. — Dec 13, 2025; New York, NY, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti speaks to players on his team in front of the media during a press conference at the New York Marriott Marquis after his quarterback Fernando Mendoza wins the Heisman trophy. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

With the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game just a 10 days away, both head coaches met with the media over Zoom on Monday. Indiana’s Curt Cignetti talks about his time at Alabama, his roster, how he has been preparing for Alabama and more. Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer discusses his time at IU, his journey to Alabama and the hurdles his program has faced this year.

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