Indiana Advances to National Championship: 56-22 Win Over Oregon in 2026 Peach Bowl, past winners list.
Indiana Hoosiers Crush Oregon Ducks 56-22 in 2026 Peach Bowl CFP Semifinal: Dominant Win Advances to National Championship
The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers delivered a historic blowout in the 2026 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, routing the No. 5 Oregon Ducks 56-22 on January 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. This College Football Playoff semifinal victory propelled the undefeated Hoosiers (now 15-0) to their first-ever CFP National Championship appearance, where they will face the Miami Hurricanes on January 19 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Here are electrifying action shots capturing the Hoosiers' explosive start and relentless dominance throughout the game:
Instant Impact: Pick-Six Sets the Tone
The game exploded right from the opening snap. On Oregon's first play, quarterback Dante Moore's pass was intercepted by Indiana's D'Angelo Ponds, who returned it for a touchdown just 11 seconds in—giving the Hoosiers an immediate 7-0 lead. This defensive statement foreshadowed Indiana's complete control.
Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza was surgical, completing 17-of-20 passes for 177 yards and 5 touchdowns with zero interceptions. He spread the ball to multiple receivers, including Elijah Sarratt, Charlie Becker, Omar Cooper Jr., and E.J. Williams Jr., while running back Kaelon Black added two rushing scores.
Indiana built a commanding 35-7 halftime lead with 28 unanswered points after Oregon briefly tied it early. The Hoosiers capitalized on turnovers (including fumbles and a blocked punt), forced mistakes, and limited Oregon's explosive plays for most of the contest. The Ducks added late points, including a long run by Dierre Hill Jr., but the deficit was too large.
More highlight-reel moments showcasing Mendoza's precision and Indiana's suffocating defense:
Indiana's Path to Perfection
This dominant performance followed Indiana's earlier playoff success, including a 38-3 quarterfinal thrashing of Alabama in the Rose Bowl. The Hoosiers, under head coach Curt Cignetti, claimed their first Big Ten title since 1967 and have now beaten Oregon twice this season (regular-season win: 30-20).
Oregon (ending 13-2) advanced with a first-round win over James Madison and a shutout quarterfinal over Texas Tech but couldn't overcome early errors or Indiana's balanced, efficient attack in this high-stakes rematch.
Historic Implications
The 34-point margin ranks as one of the most lopsided CFP semifinal results ever. Indiana's complete team effort—offense, defense, and special teams—has positioned them as a legitimate powerhouse chasing a perfect season and the program's first national championship.
Celebratory scenes from the field as the Hoosiers mobbed each other and advanced to Miami:
The 2026 Peach Bowl will forever be remembered as the night the Indiana Hoosiers proved they belong among college football's elite. What an unforgettable performance in Atlanta! 🏈🍑 #PeachBowl #CFP #IndianaHoosiers #GoHoosiers
Peach Bowl Indiana vs Oregon score
TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 F
Indiana 14 21 7 14 56
Oregon 7 0 8 7 22
When is the 2026 Peach Bowl.
Where is the 2026 Peach Bowl, location.
VENUE: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta,
What time does the 2026 Peach Bowl game starts.
Indiana vs Oregon will square off in The 2026 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl at 7:30 a.m. ET.
All National Kick-off times are
4:30 a.m. PT.
5:30 a.m. MT.
6:30 p.m. CT.
7:30 p.m. ET.
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Who will plays in the 2026 Peach Bowl game.?
Oregon's Path: The Ducks' only loss was to Indiana (30-20 in Eugene on Oct. 11). They shut out No. 4 Texas Tech 23-0 in the Orange Bowl quarterfinal, with their elite defense forcing multiple turnovers. QB Dante Moore managed the game well, showcasing mobility and arm talent under coach Dan Lanning.
Tickets for College Football New Year's Bowl: Buy Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl game tickets at Ticketmaster.
Who won the Peach Bowl 2025?
List of Peach Bowl Past winners, All-time results, Last 20 Year Champions, since 2000.
The Peach Bowl is the annual college football bowl game played in Atlanta since The first Peach Bowl was played in 1968, making it the second-youngest New Year’s Six behind the Fiesta Bowl (1971). LSU unseated No. 19 Florida State in the inaugural matchup, 31-27.
The Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl matchup had conference tie-ins with the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the Southeastern Conference (SEC).
The Chick-Fil-A Peach Bowl game takes place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia
Before last year, four straight Peach Bowls outside of the CFP (2015, 2017, 2018, 2020) saw the underdog cover and three even won outright.
Jan. 9, 2026 — Indiana Hoosiers 56, Oregon Ducks 22
Jan. 1, 2025 — Texas 39, Arizona State 31
Dec. 30, 2023 — Ole Miss 38, Penn State 25
Dec. 31, 2022 — Georgia 42, Ohio State 41
Dec. 30, 2021 — Michigan State 31, Pittsburgh 21
Jan. 1, 2021 — Georgia 24, Cincinnati 21
Dec. 28, 2019 — LSU 63, Oklahoma 28
Dec. 29, 2018 — Florida 41, Michigan 15
Jan. 1, 2018 — UCF 34, Auburn 27
Dec. 31, 2016 — Alabama 24, Washington 7 (CFC SF)
Dec. 31, 2015 — Houston 38, Florida State 24
Dec. 31, 2014 — TCU 42, Mississippi 3
Dec. 31, 2013 — Texas A&M 52, Duke 48
Dec. 31, 2012 — Clemson 25, LSU 24
Dec. 31, 2011 — Auburn 43, Virginia 24
Dec. 31, 2010 — Florida State 26, South Carolina 17
Dec. 31, 2009 — Virginia Tech 37, Tennessee 14
Dec. 31, 2008 — LSU 38, Georgia Tech 3
Dec. 31, 2007 — Auburn 23, Clemson 20, OT
Dec. 30, 2006 — Georgia 31, Virginia Tech 24
Dec. 30, 2005 — LSU 40, Miami 3
Dec. 31, 2004 — Miami 27, Florida 10
Jan. 2, 2004 — Clemson 27, Tennessee 14
Dec. 31, 2002 — Maryland 30, Tennessee 3
Dec. 31, 2001 — North Carolina 16, Auburn 10
Dec. 29, 2000 — LSU 28, Georgia Tech 14
Note: Peach Bowl (1968-2005, 2014); Chick-fil-A Bowl (2006-2013).
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