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Daley's Injury Casts Shadow on Indiana's Playoff Run

In a devastating blow to Indianas defense, star defensive end Stephen Daley is out for the College Football Playoff after injuring his leg during the Big Ten championship celebration. Despite securing their first outright championship since 1945 and a perfect 13-0 record, the Hoosiers must now face the playoffs without their key player. Daley, who earned all-Big Ten honorable mention honors, will be sorely missed as Indiana prepares to face either Oklahoma or Alabama in the Rose Bowl on January 1st.

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