College Football Playoff Picture 2026 Bracket After Miami vs. Ole Miss Fiesta Bowl
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No. 10 Miami has advanced to the College Football Playoff national championship game after defeating No. 6 Ole Miss 31-27 in the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The victory positions Miami to face the winner of the upcoming Peach Bowl between No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Oregon. This game is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
Indiana enters the matchup as the only undefeated team in the nation with a 14-0 record, boasting a strong offense and defense. The Hoosiers have outscored opponents 583-144 this season, led by Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who has thrown for 36 touchdowns. Indiana's defense is equally formidable, with linebacker Rolijah Hardy and defensive back Louis Moore leading the charge.
Oregon, with a 13-1 record, has demonstrated dominance throughout the season, except for their lone loss to Indiana. Quarter
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