Fernando Mendoza/Kalen DeBoer/Pasadena, United States/Indiana Hoosiers/Alabama Crimson Tide/College Football Playoff/Rose Bowl/College Football Playoff/
In a historic showdown, the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers crushed the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide 38-3 in the Rose Bowl, claiming their first victory in the prestigious tournament and advancing to the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, fresh off winning the Heisman Trophy, delivered a stunning performance with three touchdown passes, solidifying his status as a rising star in college football.
The game unfolded dramatically, with Indiana asserting dominance after a scoreless first quarter, scoring 17 points in the second quarter and adding 21 more in the second half, leaving Alabama reeling.
Coach Kalen DeBoer faced scrutiny in the aftermath, as the defeat marked a significant low for Alabama, a program once synonymous with triumph under the legendary Nick Saban.
The triumph exemplified Indiana's remarkable transformation under coach Curt Cignetti, establishing the Hoosiers as a formidable force in a landscape traditionally dominated by established powerhouses.
This stunning victory not only signifies a major milestone for Indiana but also highlights a shift in college football dynamics, with perennial favorites like Ohio State and Georgia bowing out of contention, making way for new champions.
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