IU Football Wins National Championship and Final Four Economic Impact

The Indiana Hoosiers are the 2026 college football national champions after defeating Miami. IU Columbus Associate Professor Ryan Brewer estimates the increased value of the football program and Big Ten Network analyst Mike DeCoursey discusses the future of NIL and collective bargaining in college athletics. IBJ Media CEO Nate Feltman and Visit Indy Executive Vice President Chris Gahl discuss the upcoming 2026 NCAA Men's Final Four. The event is expected to generate $400 million for the local economy. Gahl announces the NFL Combine will remain in Indianapolis through 2028 and officials are scouting locations for a potential NFL Draft. Senator Todd Young discusses the designation of Indiana as a national drone test site by the Federal Aviation Administration. Gary Mayor Eddie Melton presents potential sites for a new Chicago Bears stadium near the Hard Rock Casino. Hanover College launches a $110 million fundraising campaign. Fitasy, a startup at the 16 Tech Innovation District, iintroduces 3D printed shoes customized via a smartphone app. Yelp features Rosemary and Olive in Indianapolis as a top Valentine's Day dining location.