Summary
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza announced he is entering the 2026 NFL draft. Mendoza, who recently won the Heisman Trophy and led his team to a national championship, is expected to be the first overall pick for the Las Vegas Raiders. His successful season included a record-breaking performance with the Indiana Hoosiers.
Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza is the quarterback for the Indiana Hoosiers.
- Mendoza updated his LinkedIn to show he is "Open To Work," indicating he will enter the 2026 NFL draft.
- He is expected to be chosen first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Mendoza completed 72% of his passes, throwing for 3,535 yards, 41 touchdowns, and only 6 interceptions.
- He won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to a perfect 16-0 season, winning their first national championship.
- Before playing for Indiana, Mendoza played for the California Golden Bears, with a total of 4,712 yards, 30 touchdowns, and 16 interceptions.
- Indiana's head coach, Curt Cignetti, won the 2025 Bear Bryant Coach of the Year award.
