Indiana opens Peach Bowl with pick-6 of Oregon's Dante Moore en route to blowout win
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Key Points:
- Oregon's Peach Bowl semifinal started poorly with QB Dante Moore throwing an interception on the first play, returned 25 yards for a touchdown by Indiana's D'Angelo Ponds.
- Moore struggled throughout the game, committing three turnovers including two lost fumbles, contributing to Indiana's dominant 56-22 win.
- Indiana, favored by 3 points due to its undefeated season and Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, showcased a strong defense that forced 29 turnovers this season.
- Ponds' interception was the 18th of the season for Indiana, highlighting their defensive prowess in forcing nearly two turnovers per game.
- The victory advances Indiana to the national title game, capitalizing on their defensive strength and offensive execution.
