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Heisman Winner Mendoza Almost Joined Georgia, Chooses Indiana

2/19/2026

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Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who won the Heisman Trophy, says he nearly committed to Georgia before choosing Indiana.
In a recent radio interview, Mendoza stated his transfer decision from Cal was between the Bulldogs and the Hoosiers.
He celebrated his successful season with Indiana after transferring to Curt Cignetti’s program last offseason.

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Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who won the Heisman Trophy, says he nearly committed to Georgia before choosing Indiana.
In a recent radio interview, Mendoza stated his transfer decision from Cal was between the Bulldogs and the Hoosiers.
He celebrated his successful season with Indiana after transferring to Curt Cignetti’s program last offseason.