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Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza Claims Major Award Before Heisman Ceremony

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza Claims Major Award Before Heisman Ceremony

Summary

Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza won the 2025 Walter Camp Player of the Year Award. Mendoza is also a finalist for the Heisman Trophy, as his team prepares for the College Football Playoff. He finished the season with notable performance statistics, and he's considered a top pick for the upcoming NFL draft.

Key Facts

  • Fernando Mendoza is the quarterback for the Indiana Hoosiers football team.
  • Mendoza won the 2025 Walter Camp Player of the Year Award.
  • He is a finalist for the Heisman Trophy.
  • Indiana went undefeated in the regular season and won the conference championship.
  • Mendoza ended the season with 3,220 total yards and 40 touchdowns (39 passing, 1 rushing).
  • He is the first Hispanic winner of the Walter Camp Award since 1970.
  • Mendoza is predicted to be one of the top three picks in the NFL draft.
  • The Hoosiers are the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff and have a bye for the first round.

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