Indiana dominates Oregon to advance to national…
This sport was over from the first play.
Indiana dominated from the bounce and never stepped off the gasoline pedal in a 56-22 win over Oregon in the College Football Playoff semifinal on Friday evening to set up a date with Miami in the national title sport.
Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza threw for 177 yards — on 17-of-20 passing makes an attempt — and 5 touchdowns in a practically flawless effort for the Hoosiers. Running back Kaelon Black added two scores on the ground.
Indiana huge receiver Elijah Sarratt (13) celebrates his landing reception with quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA faculty soccer playoff semifinal, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, in Atlanta. AP
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, seen as the projected No. 2 decide in the NFL draft behind Mendoza, struggled to get issues going. On the first play after the opening kickoff, the signal-caller threw a pick-six, setting the tone for the Ducks’ ugly evening. He then fumbled twice in what was an brutal first half.
Indiana is now one win away from finishing a magical season.
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