Indiana edges Miami 27-21 in National Championship game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 9:48 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Indiana defeated Miami 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship held on January 19 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Fernando Mendoza completed 16 of 27 passes for 187 yards and had a critical 12-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. Despite being pressured on many dropbacks, Mendoza's poised performance was instrumental in securing the championship title for Indiana. The victory marks a significant moment in Mendoza's career as he prepares to enter the NFL draft as the No. 1 pick.
- •Indiana wins the national title with a 27-21 score over Miami.
- •Fernando Mendoza records 187 passing yards with no passing touchdowns.
- •Mendoza adds a crucial 12-yard rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter.
- •Game takes place at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
- •Mendoza's performance includes moments of pressure handling despite a tough defense.
- 9:48 PMYahoo Sports — Fernando Mendoza National Championship versus Miami, Part XVI of Las Vegas Raiders’ Mendoza Mania
"Wrapping up the series with a championship-worthy performance
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