Indiana quarterback and likely No 1 pick Fernando Mendoza declares for 2026 NFL draft

  • Heisman winner led Hoosiers to perfect 16-0 season

  • Mendoza sealed title with fourth-down TD v Miami

  • Raiders hold top pick as draft buzz grows quickly

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza announced Friday morning that he is bypassing his senior season and entering the 2026 NFL draft.

The university’s first Heisman Trophy winner effectively put himself in position to be selected with the top overall pick of the draft after announcing his decision in a video on his Instagram account. The Las Vegas Raiders hold the top pick.

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