Lessons From Indiana-Oregon Regular Season Matchup Before the Peach Bowl

No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Oregon are set to face off in the Peach Bowl on Friday night, with a spot in the national championship game on the line. The two teams previously met in early October, where Indiana secured a 30-20 victory over Oregon. A key factor in that matchup was Indiana's defense, known for its pre-snap disguises and post-snap adjustments, which challenged Oregon quarterback Dante Moore. Moore threw for 186 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, struggling against Indiana’s defensive schemes that resulted in six sacks.

Since then, Moore has played and won eight games, gaining experience in handling complex defensive looks. The outcome of this rematch could hinge on whether Moore has developed enough to overcome Indiana’s defense.

Both teams had challenges on the ground in their last encounter. Indiana, which averages 220.7 rushing yards per game, was limited to 111 yards by Oregon’s defensive line. Conversely, Oregon, averaging 206.1 rushing