Indiana Football has reached the mountaintop.

At Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, the Hoosiers completed a season for the ages, defeating the Miami Hurricanes 27–21to claim the National Championship and become the first team in college football history to finish 16–0.

In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate Live, Coach Shannon “Coach Griff” Griffith breaks down the defining moments of the championship game, including the game-changing 4th-and-5 quarterback draw touchdown by Fernando Mendoza, the late defensive stand that sealed it, and the culture that powered Indiana’s perfect season.

We’ll take you inside:

• The moment the championship became real

• How Indiana controlled the game when it mattered most

• Coach Griff’s Film Room breakdown of why the Hoosiers won

• The heroes of the night on offense, defense, and special teams

• What a perfect 16–0 season means for Indiana Football forever

• What’s next for the Hoosiers in 2026 and beyond

This wasn’t handed to Indiana.

It was earned.

Earned. Not. Given.

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The stage is set at Hard Rock Stadium as #1 Indiana faces #12 Miami with a National Championship on the line.

In this Hoosier Tailgate National Championship Preview, Coach Griff breaks down the game the only way that matters — stats, film, and execution.

🔍 What’s covered in this episode:

• 📊 Offense vs Offense statistical breakdown

• 🛡️ Defense vs Defense comparison

• 🌪️ Top Miami Hurricanes players (offense & defense)

• 🎥 Film Room: Miami’s favorite offensive concepts

• 🧠 Film Room: Miami defensive fronts & blitz packages

• 🎯 Indiana game objectives (Offense, Defense, Special Teams)

• 🔑 Keys to Victory

Indiana enters the championship with elite efficiency, discipline, and defensive dominance. Miami brings speed, pressure, and playmakers. Sixty minutes will decide it all.

Indiana made a statement on the biggest stage.

The Hoosiers dismantled Oregon 56–22 in the Peach Bowl, turning a College Football Playoff semifinal into a showcase of dominance — and punching their ticket to the National Championship in Miami.

On the very first play of the game, D’Angelo Ponds set the tone with a pick-six, and Indiana never looked back.

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza was near perfect, going 17-of-20 for 177 yards and five touchdown passes, leading an offense that controlled the tempo from start to finish.

In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down:

• How Indiana seized control from the opening snap

• Why the pick-six changed everything

• Mendoza’s elite efficiency and red-zone dominance

• The defensive performance that overwhelmed Oregon

• The coaching preparation that showed up on the CFP stage

• What this win means nationally for Indiana Football

• And what carries forward as the Hoosiers head to Miami to face the Hurricanes for the National Championship

This wasn’t just a win — it was a program moment.

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📍 Road to Miami | National Championship

Indiana and Oregon meet again — this time with a spot in the national championship on the line.

In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Shannon Griffith previews the CFP Peach Bowl Semifinal rematch, breaking down why this game will be different than September. From key statistical matchups and team objectives to a coach’s film-room perspective on Oregon’s offense and defense, this show is about execution, discipline, and the details that decide playoff games.

No hype.

No noise.

Just playoff football — taught, not shouted.

Indiana didn’t just win the Rose Bowl — the Hoosiers made a national statement.

On one of college football’s biggest stages, #1 Indiana dominated #9 Alabama 38–3, controlling the game from the opening snap and never allowing the Crimson Tide to find rhythm. It was a performance built on discipline, physicality, execution, and championship-level focus.

In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Griff breaks down the Rose Bowl victory from a coach’s perspective — diving into the offensive execution, the defensive clinic, the key turning points, and why this win reshaped Indiana’s national perception.

We also discuss Indiana’s transfer portal momentum, as the Hoosiers continue to add key pieces to a roster built for sustained success, and turn the page toward what’s next — a Peach Bowl showdown in Atlanta against Oregon.

This wasn’t just a win.

It was a message.

📍 Topics Covered

• Indiana’s 38–3 domination of Alabama in the Rose Bowl

• Offensive and defensive breakdowns

• Turning points that decided the game

• Transfer portal commitments and roster momentum

• National impact of the win

• What’s next: Indiana vs Oregon in the Peach Bowl

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Indiana is undefeated, Big Ten Champions, and headed to college football’s biggest stage.

In this episode of TheHoosier.com Roundtable, Coach Shannon “Coach Griff” Griffith is joined by Zach Browning, Colin McMahon, and Drew Rosenberg to preview the Rose Bowl matchup between Indiana and Alabama and break down the historic 13–0 season that earned the Hoosiers a College Football Playoff berth.

The panel dives into why this Indiana team is built for the moment, the keys to beating Alabama, and what the Rose Bowl represents for the future of the program. The discussion also looks ahead to Indiana’s early 2026 transfer portal needs and how the Hoosiers sustain success as a CFP-level program.

This is a coach-centric, big-picture conversation focused on matchups, identity, and what comes next for Indiana Football.

🔴 Topics Covered

• Indiana vs Alabama Rose Bowl preview

• Breaking down Indiana’s 13–0 Big Ten Championship season

• Why this IU team is built for the CFP stage

• Keys to beating Alabama

• Early look at 2026 transfer portal needs

• What sustained success looks like for Indiana Football

🎙️ Guests:

Zach Browning | Colin McMahon | Drew Rosenberg

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The stage is set in Pasadena.Hoosier Tailgate Live breaks down one of the biggest games in program history as #1 Indiana faces #9 Alabama in the Rose Bowl and the College Football Playoff.Hosted by Coach Griff, this live preview delivers a coach’s-eye view of what truly decides CFP games — preparation, execution, and discipline.🔍 Tonight’s Show Includes:• Coach Griff’s Video Room film breakdown• Stat match-up: Indiana vs Alabama (2025 season)• The coaching chess match between Curt Cignetti and Kalen DeBoer• Key player matchups that will decide the game• Keys to a Hoosier victory on college football’s biggest stage• Game flow scenarios and CFP implicationsThis isn’t hype — it’s football truth.📅 LIVE Monday Night⏰ 7:30 PM ET📍 YouTube🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss any Hoosier Tailgate Live coverage throughout the College Football Playoff.⸻📌 Connect with Hoosier Tailgate👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔁 Share🎙️ Hoosier Tailgate Live — where preparation meets perspective.

The January transfer portal window is here, and Indiana football enters a critical roster-building stretch.In this episode of Hoosier Football Tailgate, Coach Griff breaks down Indiana’s transfer portal priorities position by position, explaining where the Hoosiers should be aggressive, where they should be selective, and why smart portal decisions matter far beyond January.This is not about chasing headlines — it’s about roster management, experience, and fit. From offensive line and defensive back to quarterback depth and defensive front rotation, this video provides a coach ’s-eye view of how Indiana should approach the January 2–16 transfer portal window.Whether you’re tracking portal movement daily or looking for a clear big-picture breakdown, this episode delivers an analyst-driven look at how Indiana can continue building a Big Ten–ready roster.👇 Topics Covered• Indiana transfer portal philosophy• Position-by-position portal priorities• Offensive line and defensive back focus• Situational quarterback depth• Defensive line and linebacker depth strategy• Selective use of the portal at skill positions🔔 Subscribe for continued Indiana football coverage, portal updates, recruiting breakdowns, and game-week analysis.https://www.fanaticscreators.com/mypa...https://stubhub.prf.hn/l/rG8vkdRhttps://go.shopyourlikes.com/pi/10a6c...

Indiana football's transfer portal targets are analyzed, position by position. A roster management deep dive uses a detailed depth chart to identify key needs and potential fits. Explore potential quarterback, offensive line, and defensive line additions from the portal.

After Alabama defeats Oklahoma in the first round of the CFP, the Hoosiers now turn their attention to a Rose Bowl showdown against the Crimson Tide at the historic Rose Bowl Stadium.In this episode of Hoosier Tailgate Live, Coach Griff sets the stage with an introduction to Alabama, reacts to the latest College Football Playoff scores, and walks through how the CFP bracket has taken shape as the postseason intensifies.We also discuss the upcoming Transfer Portal window (January 2–16) and recap recent portal analysis — outlining what it could mean for Indiana as preparation meets opportunity.This is your starting point for Rose Bowl week.🎙️ Hoosier Tailgate Live🏈 Indiana vs Alabama Crimson Tide🌹 College Football Playoff • Rose Bowl🔁 Transfer Portal WatchSubscribe, like, and join the conversation as Indiana prepares for one of the biggest moments in program history.

The Hoosiers are Big Ten Champions, knocking off #1 Ohio State 13–10, and less than 24 hours later, Fernando Mendoza becomes the first Heisman Trophy winner in Indiana football history.On tonight’s show, Coach Shannon Griffith dives into: • Indiana’s Big Ten Championship win over Ohio State • What Mendoza’s Heisman Trophy means for the program • Why locking in Defensive Coordinator Bryant Haines (Broyles Award finalist) is critical for sustained success • Transfer portal news and rumors, including Indiana’s potential involvement at quarterback • Indiana’s projected portal needs looking ahead to 2026 • A Rose Bowl preview as the Hoosiers await the winner of Alabama vs Oklahoma on January 1 • An exclusive interview with @Dylan_Sinn on Indiana’s evolution from breakthrough to sustainable contender • A leadership-focused closing segment addressing post-Heisman controversy and what it reveals about Indiana’s growing national respectIndiana isn’t chasing moments anymore — they’re building a program.🏈 Hoosier Tailgate brings you coach-driven analysis, real insight, and an unfiltered look at Indiana Football as the Hoosiers prepare for the Rose Bowl.👍 Like💬 Comment🔔 Subscribe for full Indiana Football coveragehttps://www.fanaticscreators.com/mypage/HoosierTailgatehttps://stubhub.prf.hn/l/rG8vkdRhttps://go.shopyourlikes.com/pi/10a6ca5319c989524d5dc16351a62d43f67f9442?afId=727808&afCreativeId=2994&afPlacementId=42831845-3894-4642-8f8f-978cf42c2336&afCampaignId=496416200