Summary
Indiana Hoosiers' head coach Curt Cignetti criticized referees for not calling fouls on the Miami Hurricanes during a college football championship game. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza took several strong hits with no penalties given, which led to complaints about officiating.
Key Facts
- The game was between the Miami Hurricanes and the Indiana Hoosiers for the College Football Playoff National Championship.
- Miami played at home, but Indiana started stronger on offense.
- Miami's defense aggressively targeted Indiana's quarterback, Fernando Mendoza.
- Curt Cignetti, Indiana's coach, publicly criticized the referees for not calling obvious fouls.
- A hit on Mendoza resulted in a noticeably bloodied lip, but he continued to play.
- Notable spectators at the game included Tom Brady and Raiders owner Mark Davis, indicating Mendoza's high regard as an NFL prospect.
