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Big Ten prepares for final championship game in Indianapolis this December

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 4:44 PM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Big Ten prepares for final championship game in Indianapolis this December

Summary

The Big Ten will hold its last football championship game in Indianapolis on December 2, 2026. This annual event has taken place at Lucas Oil Stadium since its inception in 2011. The league plans to honor the city that has hosted the game, reflecting on the memories and connections built over the years. With the College Football Playoff expansion prompting the end of conference title games, the Big Ten is expected to celebrate the legacy of this event while continuing to foster relationships in Indianapolis for future gatherings.

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By the Numbers

•Final Big Ten football championship game is scheduled for December 2, 2026.
•Indianapolis has hosted the game at Lucas Oil Stadium since 2011.
•The conference is shifting focus due to College Football Playoff expansion.
•Big Ten plans to keep Indianapolis involved in future events.
•Seven teams have previously won the championship game, with Ohio State having the most victories.

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4:44 PMYahoo Sports — The Big Ten football championship game is gone, but league remembers 'Indy has always delivered'

What they're saying

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The Big Ten hosted its football conference championship game in Indianapolis, but the final one won't end the league's intentions of hosting events in Indy.
— Yahoo Sports

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