HISTORIC GAME: Indiana can MAKE HISTORY by taking down Blue Blood Alabama in the Rose Bowl

<p>Indiana Hoosiers face powerhouse Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff at the iconic Rose Bowl—can the Hoosiers pull off a program-defining win and revolutionize their recruiting? Jacob Goins and Brian Smith break down the cultural clash between the tradition-rich Tide and the surging Hoosiers, exploring how an Indiana win could reshape perceptions and impact the transfer portal market. The episode analyzes playoff ramifications, the importance of beating marquee programs for recruiting, and how Indiana’s meteoric rise is changing its value for incoming talent.</p><p>Key matchups across the bracket get spotlighted, including Georgia vs Ole Miss, Ohio State vs Miami, and Oregon vs Texas Tech, with expert insights into defensive strengths, offensive tactics, and playoff scheduling challenges. How will extra rest affect top seeds’ performance? Plus, the evolving landscape of out-of-conference scheduling—and what it means for Indiana’s long-term ambitions—comes into focus...