Indiana football vs Oregon recap, highlights, stats

Indiana football vs Oregon recap, highlights, stats

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Key Points:

  • Indiana, ranked No. 1, dominated No. 5 Oregon 56-22 in the Peach Bowl, securing a spot in the College Football Playoff national championship game against No. 10 Miami on January 19 in Miami.
  • Indiana quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza had an outstanding performance, completing 17 of 20 passes for 177 yards and five touchdowns, while Kaelon Black contributed two rushing touchdowns and D'Angelo Ponds returned an interception for a touchdown on the first play.
  • Indiana's defense forced three first-half turnovers, helping the Hoosiers build a commanding 35-7 halftime lead and maintain control throughout the game.
  • The Peach Bowl was held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, with