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Undefeated QB Mendoza Eyes NFL Draft After Heisman Win

1/31/2026

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Fernando Mendoza, Indiana Hoosiers quarterback, went undefeated, won the Heisman, and entered the College Football Playoff championship with more touchdowns than incompletions.
He is projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 National Football League (NFL) Draft on April 23, 2026.
He says a struggling NFL team could hinder his career.
He credits NFL Hall of Famer Peyton Manning for guidance on footwork and efficiency.

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Fernando Mendoza, Indiana Hoosiers quarterback, went undefeated, won the Heisman, and entered the College Football Playoff championship with more touchdowns than incompletions.
He is projected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 National Football League (NFL) Draft on April 23, 2026.
He says a struggling NFL team could hinder his career.
He credits NFL Hall of Famer Peyton Manning for guidance on footwork and efficiency.