Indiana University’s football team soared to unprecedented heights this season but landed with a thud in the College Football Playoff.
After showing a glimpse of promise early in Friday night’s game at Notre Dame, the Hoosiers were dominated by the Irish before losing 27-17.
The much-anticipated game, the first in the new 12-team playoff system, wasn’t as close as the score might indicate. IU finished the season with an 11-2 record.
The Irish move on to the quarterfinals against Georgia on New Year’s Day in New Orleans.
IU finished a transformational season under brash coach Curt Cignetti, looking to sustain its success next season.
