Live updates: Indiana vs. Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game
Key Points:
- Jamari Sharpe's interception significantly boosts Indiana's chances of winning the national championship in a tightly contested game against Miami.
- Indiana overcame a costly penalty to secure a field goal, leading 27-21 with under two minutes remaining, relying on quarterback Fernando Mendoza and receiver Charlie Becker's clutch connection.
- Miami's freshman wide receiver Malachi Toney made impactful plays late in the game, including a 22-yard touchdown, keeping Miami within three points.
- Miami running back Mark Fletcher Jr. scored two touchdowns, including a notable 57-yard run, helping Miami stay competitive with 11 minutes left in the fourth quarter.
- Indiana's defense dominated early, holding Miami scoreless for 31 consecutive quarters and limiting their offense