Indiana vs. Alabama Rose Bowl Prediction & Odds

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The No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers (13-0) meet the Alabama Crimson Tide (11-3) in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California in the quarterfinal round of the College Football Playoff. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET, and Indiana is a 6.5 favorite.

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Indiana vs. Alabama Matchup Info

  • Game date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
  • Game time: 4 p.m. ET
  • Location: Pasadena, California
  • Venue: Rose Bowl
  • TV channel: ESPN

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Indiana vs. Alabama Odds and Prediction

  • Spread favorite: Hoosiers (-6.5)
  • Moneyline: Hoosiers (-255), Crimson Tide (+207)
  • Total: 48.5 points
  • Pick ATS: Indiana (-6.5)
  • Pick OU: Over (48.5)
  • Prediction: Indiana 33, Alabama 17

Prediction derived from a team strength comparison algorithm. Multiple factors such as strength of wins and scoring margin are used to make this projection.

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Indiana vs. Alabama Betting Records and Insights

  • Indiana is 8-5-0 ATS this season.
  • Alabama has covered nine times in 14 chances against the spread this season.
  • The Hoosiers have covered the spread six times this season (6-5 ATS) when playing as at least 6.5-point favorites.
  • Indiana and its opponent have combined to hit the over eight out of 13 times this season.
  • In Alabama's 14 contests this season, the combined scoring has gone over the point total five times.