Jamal Roberts singing National Anthem infront of President Trump at 2026 College Football Playoff

Jamal Roberts, the winner of Season 23 of American Idol, delivered a powerful and emotional performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the 2026 College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship game. The game took place on January 19, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, featuring the Indiana Hoosiers vs. the Miami Hurricanes. Pregame ceremonies kicked off around 7:30 p.m. ET, with Roberts' rendition starting shortly before kickoff. This shot captures Jamal Roberts on the field during the anthem, backed by the Joint Armed Forces Color Guard (from the full ESPN clip). Fans and media praised it as authentic, heartfelt, and perfectly delivered without unnecessary modifications—many called it one of the best recent national anthem performances at a major sporting event. #jamalroberts #americanidol #americanfootball #nationalchampionship