Cignetti and Lanning Agree: We Need To Change The CFB Calendar
The college football calendar is broken; this much is a given. Top seeds have nearly a month off before the playoffs, and coaches of those teams must woo transfers while actively preparing for playoff games. Oregon head coach Dan Lanning has been campaigning to change the calendar for a while. On Saturday, he gained an unlikely ally in this pursuit: his opposing coach in the Peach Bowl, Indiana’s Curt Cignetti.
Watch: Indiana’s Curt Cignetti and Oregon’s Dan Lanning Discuss the Peach Bowl
The head coaches of Oregon and Indiana held a media session before the Peach Bowl, focusing on the upcoming rematch between the Hoosiers and the Ducks. They discussed team preparations, strategies, and expectations for the high-stakes game that is set to showcase their rivalry on the field.
Game Wrap and Reaction: No.1 Indiana 38 No.9 Alabama 3
Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza led his team to a commanding victory against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl College Football Playoff quarterfinal on January 1, 2026. Indiana showcased dominance with excellent offensive and defensive performances, earning a 24-0 halftime lead, and advanced to the Peach Bowl semifinals.
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.