The Indiana Hoosiers know they will participate in the Rose Bowl on New Years' Day. They won't find out their opponent until December 19, when the Alabama Crimson Tide and Oklahoma Sooners play the first game of the 2025-26 College Football Playoff.

Joe Tiller took his Boilermakers on a trip to Pasadena, California, several years before they eventually made the Rose Bowl. More on that foundational moment:

Notre Dame appears headed back to the College Football Playoff and could be on its way to a super-rare Rose Bowl appearance.

More than 50 years after his parents attended Indiana's last Rose Bowl Game, Andrew Franklin and his family are planning a trip to Pasadena.

Gearing up for the Indiana Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl Game on New Year's Day? Indiana University will be giving out special Rally Towels — two per person — from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, or until towels are gone.

Hundreds of law enforcement officers and fire officials will hone in on Pasadena on New Year’s Day to keep attendees safe as they celebrate during the annual Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game.

It's been nearly 60 years since Indiana played in the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day. This year, it's where they'll start their run toward a national championship.

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