Story byMatt Melton, Roll Tide WireSun, December 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM UTC·3 min readFollowing a CFP first round win at Oklahoma, an even larger task awaits for the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Indiana Hoosiers. The No. 1 overall seed in the CFP, Indiana enters this matchup undefeated at 13-0 overall, and are the 2025 Big Ten champions. Led by head coach Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers are also loaded with talent on both sides of the ball, and rank top five nationally in both points scored and allowed per game at 41.9 and 10.8, respectively. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementBecause of this, the Hoosiers are certain to be one of Alabama's toughest tests of the season, and will provide many challenges for Alabama on both sides of the ball. Here are five Indiana Hoosiers to know ahead of the CFP quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl, as well as a look at how each has performed against Alabama during their collegiate careers. Fernando Mendoza, Quarterback, Redshirt JuniorDec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) passes against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first quarter during the 2025 Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium.
