4 Takeaways from Indiana's Emphatic CFP Semifinal Victory vs. Oregon
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Key Points:
- Indiana secured a historic 56-22 victory over No. 5 Oregon in the College Football Playoff semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with over 75,600 fans, predominantly Indiana supporters, creating a near-home atmosphere.
- Indiana's defense was dominant, forcing multiple turnovers including a pick-six by All-America cornerback D’Angelo Ponds, contributing to Oregon's struggles and a 35-7 halftime deficit.
- Quarterback Fernando Mendoza delivered an exceptional performance, completing 85% of his passes with five touchdowns and no turnovers, becoming the first player with multiple CFP games of three or more touchdown passes at such efficiency.
- Head coach Curt Cignetti's disciplined, process-driven approach and strong leadership have been pivotal in Indiana
