Locked On Ducks - Daily Podcast On Oregon Ducks Big 10 SQUAD - Will Indiana DEFEAT Miami in the National Championship?
Jan 15, 2026
The showdown between Indiana and Miami for the national championship is heating up. The crew debates Indiana's disciplined defense and Miami's need for creativity, spotlighting players like Carson Beck and Fernando Mendoza. UCLA's aggressive rebuild and USC's strategic portal moves are analyzed, with comparisons to the 'James Madison model.' Prop bets add excitement, while predictions tilt heavily in favor of Indiana. Can Miami shake things up, or will Indiana's blue-collar strategy prevail?
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Surprising Championship Matchup
- Indiana vs. Miami is an unlikely national title matchup that surprises everyone.
- Home-field advantage gives Miami a real, if slim, edge in this unusual pairing.
UCLA Embracing The Indiana Model
- UCLA is explicitly copying elements of the Indiana and James Madison models for quick rebuilds.
- Zach believes top-level support and targeted hires can accelerate program identity in under five years.
How Indiana Built Its Team
- Mark recalls Indiana's disciplined, blue-collar approach built by Kurt Signetti and overlooked players.
- He tells listeners Indiana turned no-name recruits into a cohesive championship team.