Following an extensive season, the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship has arrived.
The concluding game of the CFP features a confrontation between two teams that have taken distinct routes to reach the championship. Indiana, which was the sport’s all-time losingest team at the Division I level prior to this season, aims to achieve one of the most astonishing comebacks in history with a thrilling conclusion. After an 11-2 debut season under coach Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers have dominated the college football scene in his second year. They are stepping into the title game as the No. 1 seed boasting a 15-0 record and an average victory margin of 34.5 points in their initial two playoff matches.
Miami is striving to elevate one of the sport’s most celebrated programs back to the pinnacle. «The U» secured five national championships throughout the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s, featuring future NFL stars like Ray Lewis and Reggie Wayne. In stark contrast to Indiana’s prowess, Hurricanes alumnus Mario Cristobal has successfully guided his alma mater back to the championship game with a series of decisive performances. Miami was among the last teams selected for the playoff bracket, and in each of its three playoff encounters, it has either made or stopped a game-altering touchdown in the final minute.
Although the Hoosiers are favored by 7.5 points on DraftKings, the Hurricanes possess at least one advantage — they’ll be competing in a familiar environment, as the championship will occur at Miami’s home ground, Hard Rock Stadium.
With a minimum entry price exceeding $3,000, it’s evident that the interest from both fan bases to witness the championship showdown is extremely high. Here are all the outstanding sights and sounds from South Florida leading up to the 2026 title game.
