Indiana Wins National Championship and Completes Historic College Football Season

The Indiana Hoosiers won the College Football Playoff National Championship with a 27-21 victory over the Miami Hurricanes on January 20, 2026. The win completed an undefeated (16-0 ) season marking one of the most successful runs in modern college football history.

Indiana became the first team to finish a season undefeated through a full College Football Playoff schedule. Head coach Curt Cignetti led the program through a dramatic turnaround after years of limited success.

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza played a key role in the championship game earning Offensive MVP honors. The Hoosiers sealed the victory late in the game after forcing a critical interception in the final minutes.

Following the win reactions poured in from across the sports world. Analysts and fans have begun discussing where this team ranks among the best in the College Football Playoff era. While opinions vary Indiana’s undefeated season and national championship are historic achievements by record.