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Each team received player-exclusive gear before the CFP National Championship.

Adidas Hooked Up Miami and Indiana for the CFP National Championship

Pat Benson

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Jan 18, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti during a press conference ahead of the College Football Playoff National Championship in Miami.

'Big Bob Knight Fan' Curt Cignetti Can Give Indiana Another Undefeated Champion

Jack Ankony

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Jan 18, 2026

Coaches Mario Cristobal (left) of Miami and Curt Cignetti (right) of Indiana gave similar deadpan answers to one question in a joint press conference. Both left plenty unsaid.

Curt Cignetti, Mario Cristobal both gave same blunt answer before Indiana-Miami

Joe Cox

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Jan 18, 2026

ESPN computer predicts college football national champion for 2026

James Parks

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Jan 18, 2026

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Indiana linebacker Isaiah Jones and left tackle Carter Smith celebrate Jan. 9, 2026, after defeating Oregon in the Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

They Lived Through 3-9. Now, Cignetti Believers Savor Indiana Football's Run to Title

Daniel Flick

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Jan 18, 2026

Former Big Ten standout visiting second College Football Playoff team

Dustin Lewis

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Jan 18, 2026

Uknown date; Tallahassee, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Miami Hurricanes running back Edgerrin James (5) in action against the Florida State Seminoles at Doak Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Imagn Images

Miami Hurricane Legend talks NCG, Carson Beck, Fernando Mendoza, and Mark Fletcher Jr.

Justice Sandle

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Jan 18, 2026

Jan 18, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal (left) and Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti pose with the national championship trophy during the CFP head coaches press conference at JW Marriott Marquis Miami.

What Indiana Football's Curt Cignetti, Miami's Mario Cristobal Said Before National Title

Daniel Flick

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Jan 18, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti caught the attention of the sports media with a memorable quote ahead of Monday's national championship game against Miami.

Indiana’s Curt Cignetti now front runner for college football's quote of the year

Matt De Lima

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Jan 18, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Indiana Hoosiers placekicker Brendan Franke (35) celebrates with offensive lineman Carter Smith (65) and tight end Riley Nowakowski (37) after kicking a 58-yard field goal against the Oregon Ducks during the second quarter at Autzen Stadium.

Indiana Football Gets Positive Injury Update Entering National Championship Game

Daniel Flick

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Jan 18, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Legendary football and baseball player and father of Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, Deion Sanders on the sidelines prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills at Huntington Bank Field. Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders Lands Utah Transfer to Bolster Colorado’s Secondary

Thomas Gorski

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Jan 18, 2026

Indiana's Elijah Sarratt (13) celebrates a touchdown catch during the Indiana versus Ohio State Big Ten Championship football game at Lucas Oil Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025.

How Indiana WR Elijah Sarratt Mastered the Jump Ball: 'Best in College Football'

Daniel Flick

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Jan 18, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson talks to the media during media day for the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship at Miami Beach Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Miami Offensive Coordinator Shannon Dawson Calls Indiana's D "Very Challenging"

Christopher Walsh

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Jan 18, 2026

Lawrence North High School sophomore Monshun Sales (1) makes a reception for a 38-yard gain

No. 1 WR prospect strongly linked to two major college football programs

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 17, 2026

Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti answers questions at Media Day during the College Football Playoff on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

$56.7 million college football coach strongly turns down potential NFL move

Tucker Harlin

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Jan 17, 2026

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza gave the perfect answer during media day when asked about playing a hometown national championship game.

Fernando Mendoza Gave Selfless Answer When Discussing Hometown National Title Game vs. Miami

Mike McDaniel

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Jan 17, 2026

Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines will face off against longtime friend, Miami DC Corey Hetherman, in the College Football Playoff national championship game.

The CFP Defensive Showdown Has Familiarity for Coordinators Finally on Biggest Stage

Bryan Fischer

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Jan 17, 2026

ESPN college football host Rece Davis weighs in with his pick for the winner between Indiana and Miami in the national championship game Monday night.

Rece Davis announces his favorite for Miami vs. Indiana national championship game

Ryan Young

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Jan 17, 2026

Curt Cignetti is one win away from completing one of football’s most famous Cinderella stories.

Curt Cignetti Addresses NFL Speculation Ahead of National Championship

Patrick Andres

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Jan 17, 2026

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