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Indiana Hoosiers' Historic CFP Run Begins!
20 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Indiana Hoosiers secure top CFP seed for the Rose Bowl.
- Coach Cignetti leads Indiana to first Big Ten title since 1967.
- Rose Bowl is Jan. 1, 2026, in Pasadena, California.
The Indiana Hoosiers, fresh off their first Big Ten title since 1967, have secured the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. Under head coach Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers have achieved a remarkable 24-2 record in just two seasons, a stark contrast to the program's historical performance. They will participate in the iconic Rose Bowl, a fixture in college football since 1923.
The Rose Bowl, scheduled for January 1, 2026, in Pasadena, California, will host a quarterfinal playoff matchup. Indiana, having earned a first-round bye, awaits the winner of the Alabama vs. Oklahoma game. The winner of this Rose Bowl contest will advance to the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl to face another quarterfinal victor.
This pivotal game underscores the Rose Bowl's continued significance within the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff format. The picturesque venue, set against the San Gabriel Mountains, promises a dramatic stage for the unfolding championship journey.
