Five predictions for Indiana-Miami national championship game

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After nearly five months of action, the final game of the 2025 college football season is finally here. On Monday night, Indiana and Miami will battle for the national championship.

What do I think will happen in the game? For the final time this year, here are five predictions:

Fernando stays efficient

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy this season not by putting up massive passing numbers, but rather with his efficiency and accuracy. That continues against Miami, as he completes more than 70% of his passes but throws for under 250 yards.

Controlling the lines

Miami has significantly more former four and five-star recruits than Indiana, especially along the lines of scrimmage. That does not matter on Monday, however, as the Hoosiers gain more rushing yards than the Hurricanes.

Fletcher finds the end zone

Miami’s run game is not totally shut down, however. Running back Mark Fletcher Jr. finally scores his first rushing touchdown of the playoff.

Giving it away

In both of Miami’s losses this season, Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck threw multiple interceptions. I am not sure that he throws multiple against the Hoosiers, but the Indiana defense gets at least one pick.

Completing the story

Would an Indiana national championship be the greatest college football story that we have ever seen? Well, it is time to start having that discussion, because the Hoosiers take down Miami to win the title.

This article originally appeared on Trojans Wire: Adam Bradford’s College Football Playoff championship game predictions

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