Rose Bowl Primer – Indiana Hoosiers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide
On January 1, 2026, the #1 Indiana Hoosiers face #9 Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl CFP Quarterfinal at Pasadena, CA. Indiana is undefeated (13-0) while Alabama has three losses (11-3). This historical matchup offers both teams a chance to advance in the College Football Playoff amidst forecasted rainy conditions.
Indiana Staying Grounded Despite Mystique of Rose Bowl, Alabama
Playing in the Rose Bowl against a program like Alabama comes with a lot of aura, but Curt Cignetti is keeping the Hoosiers focused and humble through it all.
IU Will Raise the Victory Flag and Win the Rose Bowl If…
The Indiana Hoosiers face the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl on January 1st, being a touchdown favorite. Indiana’s success relies on toughness, winning the turnover battle, making explosive plays, and excelling on first downs. With a strong season, IU aims to secure a victory and advance to the CFP Semifinals.
Rose Bowl Matchup to Watch: Indiana’s Secondary vs. Alabama’s Wide Receivers
Indiana’s football team, led by All-American corner D’Angelo Ponds, prepares for a challenging College Football Playoff Quarterfinal against Alabama. Despite Alabama’s strong receiving corps, Indiana boasts a solid secondary with players like Amare Ferrell and Louis Moore. Coach Curt Cignetti highlights Moore’s resurgence after overcoming NCAA eligibility issues.
Isaiah “Bones” Jones Patiently Waited For His Moment
By: Nate Comp (@NathanComp1) There are plenty of things to be amazed by when you consider how the entire landscape of Indiana University football has changed since Curt Cignetti stepped on campus just over two years ago, but something that has always stood out to me in this culture shift is the way Cignetti has […]
Hoosier Huddle Podcast: Full Rose Bowl Preview
Sammy Jacobs and T.J. Inman preview the Rose Bowl Game featuring No. 1 Indiana versus No. 9 Alabama. They discuss potential weather impacts, highlight key matchups, outline Indiana’s winning strategies, and provide their score predictions, offering insights into what to expect from this significant matchup.
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.
Notes and Quotes From Coach Cignetti’s Monday Press Conference (Rose Bowl Game)
Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti addressed the media ahead of the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal against Alabama. Cignetti emphasized the need for extensive preparation, praised his players, and reflected on his past at Alabama. He also discussed challenges like player injuries and the impact of the upcoming transfer portal.
First Glance Rose Bowl Preview: No. 9 Alabama
The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers will take on the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl Game.
Indiana’s Path Through the College Football Playoff: A Bracket Breakdown
Let’s breakdown the entire 12-team bracket for the College Football Playoff as the battle for the National Championship begins.