Alabama vs Indiana Picks and Predictions for Thursday, January 1, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 12/26/2025, 12:40 AM ET

Alabama vs Indiana Information

The Alabama Crimson Tide will be at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA, on January 1st for a 4:00 PM matchup against the Indiana Hoosiers in the quarterfinal of the college football playoffs. Alabama is the #9-ranked team in the nation with eleven wins and three losses overall, following a 10-point road victory against Oklahoma in round one of the College Football Playoff. The Indiana Hoosiers enter the quarterfinals ranked number one in the country, undefeated through 13 games, following a three-point victory over Ohio State in early December. For more College Football action, see our College Football Picks.

Alabama Preview

Ty Simpson leads the Alabama offense this season with 3500 yards and 28 touchdowns on 293 completions. Jam Miller is the top ball carrier on the team with 504 yards and three touchdowns on 130 carries. Daniel Hill has added 70 carries for 271 yards and six scores this season. Germie Bernard leads the team with 802 yards and seven touchdowns on 60 receptions. Ryan Williams has shipped in heavily with 43 catches for 636 yards and four scores.

Indiana Preview

Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza has led the Indiana offense this season with 2980 yards and 33 touchdowns on 226 completions. Roman Hemby is the top running back on the team with 918 yards and six scores on 176 carries, while Kaelon Black has added 142 carries for 799 yards and seven scores. Omar Cooper Jr leads the team with 804 yards and 11 touchdowns on 58 catches. Elijah Sarratt has added 51 catches for 687 yards and 12 scores this season.

Alabama vs Indiana Prediction

Alabama is playing good football coming into the quarterfinal, and that will keep things close. Look for Alabama to compete on both sides of the ball against the best team in the country. Alabama will stay within the number, but Indiana will wear down the Crimson Tide through four quarters of action. Take Indiana to get the win on January 1st, but Alabama will cover the number in California. Final Score Prediction, Indiana Hoosiers win, but the Alabama Crimson Tide covers 31-27. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for Alabama with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on Indiana by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Indiana vs Alabama bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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