Mendoza Declares for 2026 NFL Draft After 16-0 Indiana Title Run
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza announced he will enter the 2026 NFL draft, bypassing his senior season after a standout 2025 in which he threw for 3,535 yards, 41 touchdowns and six interceptions on 72% accuracy as Indiana completed a perfect 16-0 run to win the CFP national title and Mendoza won the Heisman. Bleacher Report’s latest mock projects him as the No. 1 overall pick to the Las Vegas Raiders, with ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. praising his quick decision-making, ball placement and mobility, noting he lacks a huge arm but can make all necessary NFL throws.