Indiana Shocks the World: Hoosiers Win National Championship 27-21

ATLANTA - The Indiana Hoosiers have done the unthinkable. In a thrilling 27-21 victory over the Miami Hurricanes, Indiana has captured its first National Championship in program history, completing one of the most remarkable turnarounds in college football.

Head coach Curt Cignetti, in just his second season at the helm, has transformed the Hoosiers from a perennial bottom-dweller to national champions. "This is for everyone who believed," Cignetti said through tears during the postgame celebration.

The game was decided in the final minutes when Indiana's defense forced a crucial turnover deep in their own territory. Quarterback Kurtis Rourke, the transfer from Ohio, capped off a stellar season with 287 passing yards and two touchdowns.

For Miami, the loss ends what had been a remarkable season under first-year coach Mario Cristobal. The Hurricanes entered the game as slight favorites but couldn't overcome Indiana's stifling defense.

This championship marks a historic moment for the Big Ten and cements Indiana's place in college football lore.