US EditionIndiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final
Indiana completed a perfect 16-0 season, led by Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza and coach Curt Cignetti, to capture its first national football championship.
- On Jan. 19, 2026, the Indiana Hoosiers football team defeated the Miami Hurricanes 27-21 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens to win their first College Football Playoff national championship.
- Behind the scenes, transfers and recruiting fueled Indiana's rise, with Curt Cignetti, Indiana head coach, and Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza driving the turnaround.
- Key plays included Fernando Mendoza completing 16 of 27 passes for 186 yards, a twisting touchdown run, Mikail Kamara blocking a punt for a touchdown, and Jamari Sharpe's late interception sealing the win.
- Cignetti's program now faces change as Derek Owings left for Tennessee on a three-year, $1.2 million per year deal, while Fernando Mendoza's projected NFL draft pick raises roster questions.
- Urban Meyer cautioned Curt Cignetti to protect Indiana's culture as losing coordinators Mike Shanahan and Bryant Haines could test depth and coaching continuity after the breakthrough season.
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