Mother Nature has crashed the Rose Bowl party, and it’s definitely putting a damper on the excitement. Pasadena has been experiencing heavy rainfall over the past few days, and forecasts predict heavy rain and thunderstorms throughout New Year’s Day, extending from the morning into the afternoon.
Due to safety concerns, officials canceled the on-field pregame show for the 2026 CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game, presented by Prudential.
As a result, both university marching bands stayed in the stands for their performances instead of taking the field. The Tournament of Roses President, Grand Marshal, their families, and the Rose Court also skipped the traditional on-field walk and remained on the sidelines. Indiana’s Marching Hundred even performed the national anthem from their seats.
Now the big question is simple: just how much will the wet, sloppy field factor into the matchup between Indiana and Alabama?