Ticket prices for the Miami-Indiana national championship game in South Florida have soared, with lowest prices reaching nearly $3,800 and average prices around $6,382, reflecting a significant increase from previous years, driven by local interest and the teams' regional ties.
Indiana Hoosiers won the Peach Bowl and College Football Playoff semifinal against Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with celebrations and key performances from players and coaches.
Indiana football defeated Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl, securing a spot in the College Football Playoff national championship game against Miami on Jan. 19, with standout performances from quarterback Fernando Mendoza and a dominant team effort.
The 2025-26 College Football Playoff features a 12-team format with games from December 19, 2025, to January 19, 2026, culminating in the national championship in Miami Gardens, Florida. The bracket includes first-round, quarterfinal, semifinal, and final matches, with notable games such as Miami vs. Ole Miss and Indiana vs. Oregon, and the championship scheduled for January 19, 2026.
The article discusses the upcoming all-Big Ten Peach Bowl semifinal between Indiana and Oregon, highlighting their offensive talent, physicality, and key players, with a focus on their contrasting styles and recent performances leading to a potential national championship matchup.
The article discusses the upcoming Peach Bowl semifinal between No. 5 Oregon and No. 1 Indiana, featuring expert predictions and analysis on key players, team performance, and potential outcomes, with some experts favoring Indiana and others Oregon to advance to the CFP Championship.
Miami Hurricanes won their first Fiesta Bowl by defeating Ole Miss 31-27, securing their first College Football Playoff National Championship appearance in 23 years, with standout performances from Carson Beck and key players, despite penalties and some missed opportunities.
ESPN will broadcast over 20 different coverage options for the College Football Playoff Semifinals on January 8-9, including traditional, MegaCast, and alternate feeds with advanced technology like multiple camera angles and JokeyCam, along with studio shows, radio, Spanish broadcasts, and a WWE-designed championship belt.
The betting line for the Fiesta Bowl has shifted, with Miami now favored by 2.5 points over Ole Miss, down from an initial 3.5-point favorite, reflecting betting trends and team performances in recent games. Miami and Ole Miss both won their quarterfinals as underdogs, and the game features a high over/under of 51.5 points, with betting on the over slightly favored. Both teams have strong offensive and defensive stats, making this a closely watched matchup.
The article discusses the growing likelihood of expanding the College Football Playoff to 16 teams, driven by the observed disadvantage of teams coming off bye weeks, which have a poor record in the current 12-team format. Major conferences like the SEC and Big Ten support expansion, citing fairness and competitive balance, suggesting that a move to a 16-team playoff is imminent.
The article ranks the four remaining teams in the College Football Playoff based on their chances of winning the national championship, highlighting Indiana's dominant win over Alabama, Miami's surprising victories, Oregon's strong defense, and Ole Miss's thrilling upset, with Indiana currently considered the top contender.
Even after retiring in 2024, Nick Saban's influence on college football remains strong, with many current coaches and teams in the College Football Playoff having direct ties to his coaching tree, demonstrating his lasting impact on the sport.
The 2025-26 College Football Playoff features a 12-team format with games from December 19, 2025, to January 19, 2026, culminating in the national championship at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The semifinals are scheduled for January 8-9, with the championship game on January 19, broadcast on ESPN.
The article discusses the outcomes of the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, highlighting the rise of underdogs like Miami, Oregon, Indiana, and Ole Miss, the benefits of the expanded 12-team format, and the struggles of traditional power conferences like the Big 12. It also examines coaching successes, such as Mario Cristobal's impact at Miami, and the surprising trend of top seeds losing after bye weeks, with a focus on the implications for future tournaments.
The College Football Playoff semifinals feature surprising matchups with Ole Miss facing Miami in the Fiesta Bowl and Indiana taking on Oregon in the Peach Bowl, both games promising exciting storylines and potential upsets as underdog teams aim for their first national titles in decades.