Quarterback Fernando Mendoza led Indiana to a Big Ten title and the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff after completing over 71% of his passes for 2,980 yards with a nation-leading 33 touchdowns passes and just six interceptions. He also added another 240 yards and six touchdowns on the ground for good measure.

As a result, he's the overwhelming favorite to win the Heisman Trophy over Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin and Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia. Mendoza has positioned himself to become the potential No. 1 pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft following his standout season that came as a result of a transfer from Cal - that came as a result of his brother's development under Curt Cignetti as a freshman in 2024.

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