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CFP Preview: No. 9 Alabama vs. No. 1 Indiana

December 31, 2025 10:12 AM

Pro Football Focus breaks down the College Football Playoff matchup between Indiana and Alabama in the Rose Bowl, examining why quarterback play could decide the game.

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