Mendoza Plucks the Ducks Again
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza delivered a Peach Bowl masterpiece, throwing five touchdowns and dismantling Oregon’s defense as the Hoosiers rolled 56 to 22. For the 2025 Heisman winner, it was another defining performance in a season reshaping the program and rewriting school history.
Coached for the Moment: Indiana Leans on Preparation Ahead of Peach Bowl
Indiana enters the Peach Bowl confident in its preparation ahead of a rematch with Oregon. Linebacker Rolijah Hardy credits the coaching staff for elevating the defense through film study, physical practices, and a next man up mentality as the Hoosiers prepare for another high-stakes showdown.
Punishment by Design: Indiana’s Run Game Built to Break Wills
Indiana football’s identity is built in the trenches. Behind a bruising run game and a relentless offensive line, the Hoosiers wear down defenses snap by snap. As they prepare for a Peach Bowl rematch with Oregon, Indiana plans to do what it does best: break wills.
Indiana Reloads the Trenches with Kansas State Transfer Chiddi Obiazor
Indiana continues its rapid transfer portal surge, securing former Kansas State defensive end Chiddi Obiazor. The experienced Big 12 pass rusher fills a critical need up front, bringing size, production, and veteran presence as the Hoosiers reload their defensive line for 2026.
Familiar Foe, Bigger Stakes: Indiana and Oregon Set for Peach Bowl Rematch
After a dominant Rose Bowl win, Indiana turns its attention to a familiar foe in Oregon. The Hoosiers defeated the Ducks earlier this season, but with both teams evolved and a title-game berth at stake, the Peach Bowl rematch promises to test everything Indiana has built.
A Rose Bowl Masterpiece: Mendoza Leads Indiana Past Alabama
Fernando Mendoza delivered a Rose Bowl performance for the ages, shattering completion percentage and passer rating records while leading Indiana to a historic 38-3 win over Alabama. The Hoosiers earned their first playoff victory behind a poised, nearly flawless night from their Heisman-winning quarterback.
The Long Road to the Rose Bowl: Former JMU Transfers Anchor Indiana Football
From overlooked recruits to Rose Bowl leaders, former James Madison transfers Aiden Fisher, Elijah Sarratt, and D’Angelo Ponds reflect on the winding journeys that shaped Indiana football’s historic rise. Their belief, resilience, and leadership now define the Hoosiers ahead of a matchup with Alabama.
Haines Adapts as Indiana Defense Prepares for Life Without Daley
Indiana’s dominant defense faces its toughest test yet in the Rose Bowl after losing breakout edge rusher Stephen Daley. With Alabama looming, defensive coordinator Bryant Haines turns to sophomore Daniel Ndukwe, trusting preparation, depth, and a next man up mentality on college football’s biggest stage.
Indiana Turns Extended Break Into Advantage Before Rose Bowl
Indiana football has embraced its extended break ahead of the Rose Bowl, using the extra time to heal, sharpen execution, and dissect Alabama on film. Offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan believes the Hoosiers’ preparation, experience, and daily competition have them ready for a CFP Quarterfinal showdown.
All Business in Bloomington as Cignetti Preps Indiana for Rose Bowl
Indiana football is locked in on its Rose Bowl clash with Alabama as Curt Cignetti details how extra rest, roster stability, and film study have shaped the Hoosiers’ preparation. With history looming, Indiana’s focus remains on the task at hand.