Former Alabama players react to Indiana dominating the Crimson Tide in Rose Bowl

Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers running back Roman Hemby (1) runs against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Domani Jackson (1) in the first half of the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Former Alabama players took to social media to react to the Crimson Tide getting dominated by the Indiana Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl.

Here is what they had to say:

This is the 3rd utterly embarrassing loss this season. Very disappointing way to go out.

— Will Lowery (@jwlowery29) January 2, 2026

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— Reggie Ragland (@reggieragland) January 1, 2026

Indiana vs Bama right now pic.twitter.com/f4kJwuyMnV

— Alphonse Taylor (@SHANKK50) January 1, 2026

Two big mistakes by Bama.

1. Coaching decision to put the defense in a horrible position. Should’ve punt the ball. Play field position a little longer. No need to make that decision that early.

2. QB fumble. Short field again for IU’s offense. #RollTide #TeaguesTake

— George Teague (@Teaguefootball) January 1, 2026

🥺💔 pic.twitter.com/ExgN6vUof8

— Mark Ingram II (@markingramII) January 1, 2026

This game is bad man..

— Rocketship 🚀 (@MackWilson) January 1, 2026

Man..🤦🏽‍♂️💔

— Kinggchi👑 (@malachi_moore13) January 1, 2026