National Championship: Indiana

Series History

Miami and Indiana have only faced each other twice back in the 60's, with each team winning a game. 1-1 series record.

Keys to the Game

Miami needs to keep imposing its physicality, like they have been doing basically all year, cause Indiana is small but scrappy and can cause mayhem. Beck needs to play a flawless game, and not turn the ball over cause Fernando Mendoza will make them pay for it. Fletcher needs to be a bellcow like he has been all year, cause if you can bully them by the fourth quarter, Indiana will be feeling it and gassed. Defense needs to get to Mendoza cause if you give him the time and day, he's gonna slice you up. The Cornerbacks are gonna be in for a long game cause it will be quick routes from Indiana, and they are no joke, and they can pull away quickly. Dawson and Heatherman need to find ways to be one step ahead of Cignetti. That's easier said than done, 'cause if it weren't for Cignetti, Indiana wouldn't be here in this situation. Cignetti is the kind of coach who makes adjustments from play to play on every single drive, and Mario needs to be smart with his game management.  

Prediction

I know the title is 'prediction,' but I don't really predict the score. I know I posted this yesterday, but for me, this game, no matter the outcome, is a win-win for me, cause if Miami wins, well, you already know. Still, if Indiana wins, I'll be happy for them, cause theyve been a really horrible football program, and seeing them win would be really cool. I would get to witness Miami play in a National Championship game, something I can't really say I've seen. I do vividly remember watching them play Ohio State back in 2002. Still, I don't know that game like I'll remember this one. Go Canes.