Indiana Hoosiers Roll Tide Over Alabama with a Dominant Display at Rose Bowl

The Indiana Hoosiers extended their impressive record to 14-0, overpowering the Alabama Crimson Tide in a decisive 38-3 victory at the Rose Bowl. The game was marked by strategic plays and standout performances that left the Tide with an 11-4 record.

First Quarter

The opening quarter saw both teams locked in a defensive battle, resulting in no points scored. The Hoos' defense showcased their strength early on, setting the tone for what would be a dominant performance throughout the game.

Second Quarter

In the second quarter, Indiana's offense came alive. Fernando Mendoza led the charge with precision passing, completing 14 of his 16 attempts for 192 yards and three touchdowns. His connection with wide receiver Charlie Becker was particularly effective, as Becker secured two receptions for 51 yards and one touchdown. This offensive surge gave IU a commanding lead of 17-0 by halftime.

Third Quarter

Alabama managed to get on the scoreboard in the third quarter with a field goal from kicker Nico Radicic. However, this was overshadowed by another touchdown from Indiana's Elijah Sarratt who caught four passes totaling 40 yards and added another score to his name. The Hoos maintained control with strong rushing efforts from Roman Hemby and Kaelon Black who combined for over half of IU’s total rushing yards.

Fourth Quarter

The final period saw Indiana solidify their dominance as they added two more touchdowns to seal their victory. Aiden Fisher stood out defensively for IU, contributing significantly with five tackles and one sack which helped stifle any potential comeback attempts by Alabama.

This post-game report Indiana Hoosiers highlights how they effectively utilized both offensive prowess and defensive resilience to secure this win against Alabama Crimson Tide at Rose Bowl Stadium before an audience of over ninety thousand fans.

Looking ahead, fans can catch IU's next matchup against Oregon Ducks on January 9th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta; tune into ESPN for live coverage starting at 7:30 PM EST.

For more insights into this game including detailed player stats check out our full Indiana Hoosiers vs Alabama Crimson Tide scoreline review! Share your thoughts about these thrilling moments!