The 2026 College Football Playoff semifinals kick off on Friday featuring the top-seeded Indiana Hoosiers squaring off against the fifth-seeded Oregon Ducks. Their previous meeting on October 11 concluded with a 30-20 victory for Indiana, who were underdogs.
Matchup Details
- Kickoff Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
- Spread: Indiana -3
- Over/Under: 48.5 points
Oregon Ducks advanced after defeating James Madison and Texas Tech, while Indiana had a bye and dominated Alabama in their last match, winning 38-3.
Notably, Oregon’s running back Jordon Davison is out, and Noah Whittington is questionable. Massive implications underscore this matchup, as the winner will face Miami in the national championship on January 19.
Why Indiana Can Cover: With a strong defense that held Alabama and Ohio State to a mere 13 points combined, IND has proven itself in high-stakes scenarios. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza leads a solid offensive charge featuring two 800-yard backs and 700-yard receivers.
Why Oregon Can Cover: Historically, it’s tough for a team to defeat another twice in a season, especially for Indiana, who faces a formidable Duck team buoyed by strong quarterback play from Dante Moore and a talented tight end in Kenyon Sadiq.
For more insights and detailed predictions, check out Micah Roberts’ expert analysis of this match.
