Summary
The College Football Playoff quarterfinals include a Rose Bowl game between the No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers and the No. 9 Alabama Crimson Tide. Indiana's quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, praised Alabama's quarterback, Ty Simpson, highlighting his skills and leadership. Both teams previously played against Wisconsin, and Mendoza studied Simpson's performance in that game.
Key Facts
- The Rose Bowl features Indiana Hoosiers vs. Alabama Crimson Tide.
- Indiana's quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy.
- Mendoza praised Alabama's quarterback Ty Simpson for his skills.
- Both teams faced Wisconsin during the season.
- Mendoza has led Indiana to a 13-0 record this season.
- Mendoza completed 71.5% of his passes for 2,980 yards with 33 touchdowns and six interceptions.
- Simpson completed 64.1% of his passes for 3,500 yards with 28 touchdowns and five interceptions.
- The Rose Bowl game is scheduled to start at 4 p.m. ET.
