(Miami, FL) — A first-time National Champion has been crowned. The Hoosiers took down the Hurricanes 27-21 in the College Football Playoff title game from Miami.
Fernando Mendoza dove for a key rushing touchdown to make it a two-score game in the fourth quarter. Top-ranked Indiana finished a perfect, 16-and-0 on the season.
Mark Fletcher Jr. scored twice on the ground for Number-10 Miami, which ended the year 13-and-3.
January 19, 2026