Final Score: Indiana 13 – Ohio State 10

Significance: Indiana won the Big Ten Championship for the first time since 1967, ending a decades-long drought.

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Key Plays:

  • Quarterback Fernando Mendoza threw a 17-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter, which proved decisive.
  • Indiana’s defense stopped Ohio State on two 1-yard attempts in the final minutes to preserve the lead.

Offensive Highlights:

  • Indiana’s rushing game totaled approximately 210 yards, keeping the clock running and controlling possession.
  • Passing yards for Indiana reached around 180 yards, led by Mendoza’s precise throws.

Defensive Highlights:

  • Indiana limited Ohio State’s offense to just 10 points, forcing two turnovers in crucial moments.
  • The defensive line consistently pressured the quarterback and stopped short-yardage plays.

Season Achievement: Indiana finished the season undefeated (13‑0), marking one of the most historic campaigns in the program’s history.

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