Jeffrey Armstrong+FollowRose Bowl game faces rare Pasadena flood riskA flash flood watch is shaking up New Year’s Day plans in Pasadena, just as Alabama and Indiana get ready for their College Football Playoff showdown at the Rose Bowl. Southern California almost never sees rain on January 1st, but this year, fans could be swapping sunglasses for ponchos. The natural grass field could get slippery, forcing both teams to rethink their strategies. With so much at stake—Indiana chasing its first modern national title and Alabama hungry to end its championship drought—weather could be the ultimate wild card. How do you think the rain will impact the game? #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowRose Bowl Weather Twist: Bama vs HoosiersTough break for fans of Rose Bowl tradition—this year’s Alabama vs Indiana showdown is losing its famous on-field pregame show due to weather concerns. Organizers are putting player safety first, and while the B-2 flyover might still happen later, all eyes now turn to the gridiron. Can the Crimson Tide’s physical game plan outmuscle Indiana’s Heisman hero, Fernando Mendoza? The stakes are as high as ever, even if the pageantry takes a rain check. #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Aaron Taylor+FollowHoosiers vs. Crimson Tide: Rose Bowl ShowdownGet ready for a classic Rose Bowl clash as the top-seeded Hoosiers face off against the legendary Crimson Tide in the CFP quarterfinals! Indiana’s Cinderella run meets Bama’s playoff pedigree, and fans are buzzing about whether the Hoosiers can keep their dream alive or if Saban’s squad will roll on. Who’s your pick to advance to the semis? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowHoosiers vs Crimson Tide: Rose Bowl ShowdownAll eyes are on Pasadena as the Hoosiers, fresh off their Big Ten title, gear up for a historic Rose Bowl clash with the Crimson Tide. Indiana’s balanced attack and battle-tested defense have fans believing this is their game to lose, but Bama’s explosive playmakers and CFP pedigree make this a true heavyweight rivalry. Will Indiana’s run defense hold up in the rain, or will the Tide roll late? Let’s hear your score predictions! #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Chad Williams+FollowRose Bowl Drama: Hoosiers vs Bama StallsDid anyone else catch that wild Rose Bowl moment? With the Hoosiers rolling and Fernando Mendoza (the Heisman hero!) keeping his cool, the refs stopped play for what felt like forever to review a key Indiana first down. Fans were left scratching their heads, and even Mendoza had to stay loose on the sideline. But the Hoosiers didn’t miss a beat, punching it in to go up 17-0 on Bama at the half. Is this the turning point in the Indiana-Alabama rivalry? #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Michael Pitts+FollowRose Bowl Showdown: Hoosiers vs. BamaHoosier Nation, it’s finally here! After 58 years, IU is back in the Rose Bowl, putting their perfect record on the line against the powerhouse Crimson Tide. The coaching chess match between Cignetti and DeBoer adds extra spice, with both teams eager to punch their ticket to the CFP semifinals. Will the Hoosiers make history or will Bama’s legacy prevail? Don’t miss the parade at 11 a.m. ET and kickoff at 4 p.m. ET on ESPN! #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Aaron Taylor+FollowCan Mendoza’s Legs Outrun Bama in the Rose Bowl?Hoosier Nation, are we about to see Fernando Mendoza channel his inner dual-threat QB against the Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl? With Bama’s defense struggling to contain mobile quarterbacks, Coach Cignetti might unleash Mendoza’s legs more than ever. If the “Pocket Magician” can keep the chains moving on the ground, Indiana could cover that 7.5-point spread—and maybe even shock the college football world. Could this be the game that puts the Hoosiers on the national map? #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Jay Williams+FollowRose Bowl Rivals: Hoosiers Borrow Bama’s Playbook?Did anyone catch Fernando Mendoza’s latest presser? The Hoosiers’ Heisman QB just admitted Indiana took a few pages from Bama’s playbook while prepping for the Rose Bowl showdown! Major respect between Mendoza and Ty Simpson—both balled out vs. Wisconsin this year. Love seeing this chess match of mutual admiration and strategy. Can Indiana’s borrowed moves crack the Tide’s Rose Bowl magic? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
glen25+FollowRose Bowl Showdown: Bama vs IndianaCoach DeBoer opened up about the Tide’s mindset heading into the Rose Bowl clash with Indiana. What really stood out? Bama’s unbreakable mentality and how DeBoer’s playoff experience shapes their prep. But here’s the kicker: Alabama’s Rose Bowl legacy now rivals Big Ten royalty, which is wild considering their history. The rivalry vibes are real, and the Tide’s health and confidence could be the X-factor. Who else thinks this matchup could become an instant classic? #Sports #Football #RoseBowl00Share
Jacob Morris+FollowIndiana fans pack flights for historic Rose BowlIndiana’s first Rose Bowl trip in nearly 60 years has fans going all out—so much so that flights from Indy to LA are packed wall-to-wall with IU supporters. Even a $1,500 offer from Delta couldn’t tempt anyone to give up their seat; folks just aren’t missing this once-in-a-lifetime shot to see IU play Alabama. Reporter and lifelong Hoosier Tricia Whitaker shared her own travel saga, from massive TSA lines to weather delays, all to witness history with her dad. After decades of heartbreak, this season feels extra special. Who else is making the journey, or following from home? #Sports #IndianaFootball #RoseBowl00Share
