Miami-Indiana could go down as the most expensive national championship game on record by average ticket purchase price, according to TickPick data.

The Hoosiers are an 8.5-point favorite over the Canes. This week, The Athletic spoke to a dozen coaches, granted anonymity for their candor, who have faced Miami and Indiana to break down the matchup. All of them said they expect the Hoosiers to win their first national title.

No. 1 Indiana and No. 10 Miami reaching the College Football Playoff National Championship marks a watershed moment for the sport. Both programs have embraced the transfer portal aggressively under their respective coaches,

Trump, who has attended at least 13 major sporting events in his second term, will attend the game between Miami and Indiana on Jan. 19, 2026.

Here's how Indiana and Miami's all-time football teams stack up ahead of the 2025-26 national championship game.

With Miami Beach serving as the official fan zone for the National Championship, hotels are filling up fast, and local businesses are preparing for a surge in visitors.

Miami football is a current underdog by nearly double digits versus Indiana. But Malachi Toney presents why the Hurricanes can shock IU.