Indiana Hoosiers Capture Big Ten Championship, Upset Ohio State

The Indiana Hoosiers achieved a historic victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes, winning 13-10 in the Big Ten Championship held at Lucas Oil Stadium. This marked Indiana's first Big Ten title in 57 years, snapping a 32-game losing streak against Ohio State.

Indiana's quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, delivered a pivotal 17-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Sarratt in the third quarter, which gave the Hoosiers their first lead of the game. Mendoza finished the match with 222 passing yards, despite briefly leaving the field due to injury.

Ohio State's kicker, Jayden Fielding, missed a crucial field goal attempt late in the game, sealing the Hoosiers' victory. The win not only crowned Indiana as champions but also secured the top seed in the College Football Playoff, extending their undefeated record to 13-0.

Ohio State, now at 12-1, will enter the playoffs as the No. 2 seed, facing potential challenges after a difficult matchup against Indiana. Mendoza, in a postgame interview, expressed gratitude and emphasized the team’s strong bond and process-oriented approach, stating, 'We were never supposed to be in this position!' This victory is a significant turnaround for Indiana, showcasing their emergence as a competitive force in college football.