Summary
Indiana Hoosiers won their first national championship in college football with a 27-21 victory over the Miami Hurricanes. Coach Curt Cignetti led the Hoosiers to an undefeated 16-0 season in just two years. Kirk Herbstreit gave a shoutout to former coach Lee Corso, acknowledging his influence on Indiana football.
Key Facts
- Indiana Hoosiers won the national championship for the first time in their history.
- They defeated the Miami Hurricanes with a score of 27-21.
- The team completed an undefeated season with a 16-0 record.
- Curt Cignetti is the head coach, and this is his second year leading the team.
- Lee Corso, a former Indiana coach, was recognized for his past contributions to the program.
- Kirk Herbstreit, an ESPN commentator, mentioned Corso during the title game broadcast.
- Corso coached Indiana from 1973 to 1982 and led them to their first bowl victory in 1979.
