Fernando Mendoza completed a full-circle moment with Indiana football on Monday, as he won a national championship in his hometown against Miami.

Fernando Mendoza won the 2025 Heisman Trophy and is a likely early pick — perhaps first overall — in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Miami native and former Golden Bears star found his exuberant, humble personality fit perfectly in this Midwestern college town John Mellencamp depicted in his hit song “Small Town.

Familarity doesn't come easy in this current world of college football. The Miami Hurricanes are facing a team with only one consistent pl

One of the biggest reasons that Indiana football turned into a national powerhouse this season was the ascent of Fernando Mendoza, but it wasn't a given that he was going to be a superstar upon transferring to the program last offseason.

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza's humble approach shone through when he described his role as the Hoosiers' 'point guard.'

Mendoza arguably is a better prospect than Young, Stroud, and Goff. His precision and deciciveness sets him up to have an early impact in the NFL. Additionally, Mendoza possesses the frame and requisite athleticism typically needed to be a top-five pick.