Summary
Indiana University quarterback Fernando Mendoza turned down a higher offer from the University of Miami to play for IU. Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to its first Big Ten championship in over 50 years. He chose IU for better opportunities to enhance his draft prospects and to play with his brother.
Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza is the quarterback for Indiana University (IU).
- Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy after a successful season with IU.
- Indiana won its first Big Ten championship since 1967 with Mendoza's help.
- Mendoza transferred from the University of California (Cal) to Indiana.
- He turned down a better financial offer from the University of Miami.
- Mendoza's decision to join Indiana was partly because he wanted to boost his position for the football draft.
- His brother, Alberto, also plays at Indiana.
- Miami's quarterback, Carson Beck, took the spot after Mendoza chose Indiana.
