Alabama vs Indiana Prediction, Picks & Odds | 01 Jan 2026
College Football Playoff Betting Preview: Alabama vs Indiana
No. 9 Alabama go up against No. 1 Indiana in this CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl, with kickoff scheduled for 16:00 on Thursday, January 1.
Indiana are available at odds of -100 when it comes to backing them against the spread. The -7.5 line could be covered with ease in their clash against Alabama and this looks like a value bet.
Sticking with our spread lean? Read what we think of BetMGM in our detailed site review, then grab the best promo code to make your bet go further.
The Alabama Crimson Tide (11-3, 1st in SEC) have won five straight road games, most recently picking up a 34–24 CFP first round victory over the Oklahoma Sooners at Memorial Stadium.
The Indiana Hoosiers (1st in Big Ten) completed an undefeated 13–0 regular season, earning the No. 1 overall seed in the College Football Playoff for the first time in decades.
Last time out, the Hoosiers claimed a 13–10 road victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Quarterbacks
Ty Simpson
Fernando Mendoza
Alabama vs Indiana Prediction & Picks
Our expert Alabama vs Indiana tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop guidance to a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
We’re confident of backing the favorites to cover the -7.5 spread in this college football matchup. This is a generous betting line and Indiana look a value bet at odds of -100.
Our CFB predictions are always well-researched, starting with a combination of the latest team news and current form. Once we’ve got a solid read on the matchup, we layer in the key data to back it up.
Key Alabama vs Indiana stats:
Indiana -7.5 Probability
The best sportsbooks make it a 50% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our cappers have this probability close to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
We recommend moving the line if you are searching for bigger odds about the same selection. Take your spread pick and get the juice that you want from your bet in the process.
Start your betting journey with value. Our guide features the best free bets and sign-up bonuses available today.
Player Prop Picks
Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) can be backed at -114 to surpass 220.5 passing yards. We feel confident that he’ll cover the QB Passing Yards line, which looks generous.
The odds for Roman Hemby (Indiana) to make it to the end zone are -105. All things considered, we believe the odds are appealing for betting on him in the Anytime Touchdown Scorer market.
Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Indiana to cover the -7.5 spread, Under 47.5 on the total and Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) to go Over 220.5 passing yards.
A same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different outcomes within the same football game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
14
-
28
Indiana
A 28-14 win for the Hoosiers is clearly a risky bet although this could be an exciting correct score option where there’s the chance to enjoy a massive potential return.
Alabama vs Indiana Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the betting predictions and bet builder tips.
Sportsbooks’ favorites Indiana are regarded as likeliest victors for this college game and the -250 about them triumphing means a 71% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. Alabama are the underdogs at +205 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
The spread is 7.5 and the total points line is currently 47.5. A Total wager is always available and can often provide value selections. Those expecting a low total can back Under 47.5 at -108.
You’ll find a great variety of team props and game lines for most college football showdowns. The best betting apps provide a strong mix of pre-game and in-game options to suit your betting style.
Elijah Sarratt is the market leader at +600 to be the First TD Scorer. Should you think he will score the final touchdown, then a similar price can be found.
Touchdown
Receiving Yards
Rushing Yards
Passing Yards
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Alabama Crimson Tide Stats
Indiana Hoosiers Stats
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 games
- 10 wins and 0 defeats in the last 10 home games
- +7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +7.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
- -7.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- -7.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 47.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 45.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 47.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 47.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 28.80 pts and allowed 18.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 23.30 pts and allowed 22.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 50.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 55.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 47.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 47.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 38.90 pts and allowed 11.80 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 46.10 pts and allowed 9.10 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Indiana
|
13 | 0 | 545 | 141 | 404 | 7-0 | 6-0 | 13W |
Ohio State
|
12 | 1 | 454 | 106 | 348 | 7-1 | 5-0 | 1L |
Oregon
|
11 | 1 | 458 | 178 | 280 | 6-1 | 5-0 | 6W |
Michigan
|
9 | 3 | 331 | 224 | 107 | 5-1 | 4-2 | 1L |
USC
|
9 | 3 | 438 | 269 | 169 | 7-0 | 2-3 | 1W |
Iowa
|
8 | 4 | 347 | 182 | 165 | 5-2 | 3-2 | 2W |
Illinois
|
8 | 4 | 352 | 279 | 73 | 6-1 | 2-3 | 1W |
Washington
|
8 | 4 | 405 | 233 | 172 | 5-2 | 3-2 | 1L |
Minnesota
|
7 | 5 | 279 | 281 | -2 | 7-0 | 0-5 | 1W |
Nebraska
|
7 | 5 | 351 | 276 | 75 | 4-3 | 3-2 | 2L |
Northwestern
|
6 | 6 | 270 | 251 | 19 | 5-2 | 1-4 | 1L |
Penn State
|
6 | 6 | 381 | 257 | 124 | 4-3 | 2-3 | 3W |
Rutgers
|
5 | 7 | 344 | 382 | -38 | 4-3 | 1-4 | 2L |
Wisconsin
|
4 | 8 | 154 | 259 | -105 | 4-3 | 0-5 | 1L |
Maryland
|
4 | 8 | 282 | 318 | -36 | 3-4 | 1-4 | 8L |
Michigan State
|
4 | 8 | 295 | 359 | -64 | 4-3 | 0-5 | 1W |
UCLA
|
3 | 9 | 218 | 401 | -183 | 2-4 | 1-5 | 5L |
Purdue
|
2 | 10 | 225 | 382 | -157 | 2-5 | 0-5 | 10L |
| Southeastern | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Georgia
|
12 | 1 | 415 | 207 | 208 | 6-1 | 6-0 | 9W |
Ole Miss
|
11 | 1 | 447 | 241 | 206 | 8-0 | 3-1 | 5W |
Texas A&M
|
11 | 1 | 436 | 263 | 173 | 7-0 | 4-1 | 1L |
Oklahoma
|
10 | 2 | 317 | 167 | 150 | 6-1 | 4-1 | 4W |
Vanderbilt
|
10 | 2 | 473 | 263 | 210 | 7-0 | 3-2 | 3W |
|
Alabama
|
10 | 3 | 406 | 226 | 180 | 6-2 | 4-1 | 1L |
Texas
|
9 | 3 | 355 | 237 | 118 | 7-0 | 2-3 | 2W |
Missouri
|
8 | 4 | 386 | 233 | 153 | 6-2 | 2-2 | 1W |
Tennessee
|
8 | 4 | 489 | 345 | 144 | 5-3 | 3-1 | 1L |
LSU
|
7 | 5 | 262 | 220 | 42 | 6-1 | 1-4 | 1L |
Kentucky
|
5 | 7 | 276 | 317 | -41 | 4-3 | 1-4 | 2L |
Auburn
|
5 | 7 | 321 | 248 | 73 | 3-4 | 2-3 | 1L |
Mississippi State
|
5 | 7 | 366 | 350 | 16 | 3-4 | 2-3 | 3L |
Florida
|
4 | 8 | 259 | 288 | -29 | 4-3 | 0-5 | 1W |
South Carolina
|
4 | 8 | 272 | 265 | 7 | 4-4 | 0-4 | 1L |
Arkansas
|
2 | 10 | 395 | 406 | -11 | 2-5 | 0-5 | 10L |
Iowa
Vanderbilt
Predictions
14:00 - Wed 31 Dec
NCAAF
Arizona State
Duke
Predictions
15:00 - Wed 31 Dec
NCAAF
Michigan
Texas
Predictions
15:30 - Wed 31 Dec
NCAAF
Nebraska
Utah
Predictions
19:30 - Wed 31 Dec
NCAAF
Miami
Ohio State
Predictions
12:00 - Thu 01 Jan
NCAAF
Oregon
Texas Tech
Predictions
Illawarra Hawks
Tasmania JackJumpers
Predictions
03:00 - Wed 31 Dec
A-League
Central Coast
Brisbane Roar
Predictions
03:30 - Wed 31 Dec
NBL
Cairns Taipans
SEM Phoenix
Predictions
06:30 - Wed 31 Dec
BBL
Alba Berlin
Braunschweig
Predictions
06:35 - Wed 31 Dec
CBA
Shenzhen
Beijing Royal Fighters
Predictions
08:00 - Wed 31 Dec
BBL
Rostock Seawolves
Bayern Munich
Predictions