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Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) gets off a pass as he's hit by Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Caden Curry (92) during the first half of the Big Ten Conference championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Dec. 6, 2025.

Fernando Mendoza earned Matt Patricia’s respect with one unforgettable moment

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May 2, 2026

For Matt Patricia, this Fernando Mendoza moment meant Ohio State was in trouble

Connor Grootenhuis

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May 1, 2026

Curt Cignetti, Indiana take big stride in flip efforts for 5-star Texas Tech commit

Connor Grootenhuis

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May 1, 2026

Indiana QB commit Jameson Purcell continues rise with invite to elite QB showcase

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 30, 2026

Dec 14, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) on the field after loss to the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Maxx Crosby sends strong vote of confidence to Fernando Mendoza after No. 1 selection

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 29, 2026

Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti during the Indiana football spring game at Memorial Stadium on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Indiana and Curt Cignetti are eyeing much-needed OL depth with 2027 4-star recruit

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 29, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (right) shakes hands with general manager John Spytek at introductory press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center after being selected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Indiana football fans won’t love who Fernando Mendoza trails in early ROTY odds

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 28, 2026

Lawrence North’s Monshun Sales poses for a photo Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis.

Curt Cignetti, Indiana closing gap on SEC power for 2027 No. 1 WR Monshun Sales

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 28, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers running back Roman Hemby (1) carries the ball defended by Miami Hurricanes defensive back Ethan O'Connor (24) in the fourth quarter during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

2 Indiana UDFAs with the best chance to make Week 1 NFL rosters as early underdogs

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 27, 2026

Indiana's Charlie Becker (80) during spring practice at Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Indiana players most likely to be first round picks in the 2027 NFL Draft

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Apr 26, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana running back Roman Hemby (RB08) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Tracking where Indiana's undrafted free agents land after the 2026 NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 26, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) hands the ball to running back Roman Hemby (1) against the Miami Hurricanes in the first quarter during the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Raiders fans will love the Fernando Mendoza and Roman Hemby connection in Las Vegas

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 26, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Florham Park, NJ, USA; New York Jets Draft pick, wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at Atlantic Health Jets Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Jess Stiles-Imagn Images

Historic NFL Draft reflects Indiana’s climb in the college football hierarchy

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 26, 2026

Apr 24, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (center) poses with jersey with general manager John Spytek (left) and head coach Klint Kubiak at introductory press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center after being selected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

History made: Indiana shatters 50-year record with landmark showing in 2026 NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) hugs his mother, Elsa Mendoza, after the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Fernando Mendoza receives emotional message from his mom after going No. 1 overall

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana tight end Riley Nowakowski (TE18) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Why Riley Nowakowski could be the Steelers’ next perfect offensive weapon

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana wideout Elijah Sarratt (WO34) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

Ravens just pulled off a significant draft heist with Elijah Sarratt pick

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza is selected by the Las Vegas Raiders as the number one pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Fernando Mendoza isn't expecting the super star treatment in the NFL just yet

Ericka Brockish

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Apr 24, 2026

Curt Cignetti's blunt statement about where his team is at reminds Indiana fans who he is

John Buhler

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Apr 24, 2026

Indiana's Josh Hoover (10) throws in front of Tino Sunseri during spring practice at Memorial Stadium on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Curt Cignetti assesses Josh Hoover with a surprising Fernando Mendoza comparison

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 24, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza is selected by the Las Vegas Raiders as the number one pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Chiefs make aggressive first round trade for potential Fernando Mendoza stopper

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 24, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. (3) makes a catch for a touchdown Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, during the Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Oregon Ducks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

Jets taking Omar Cooper Jr. puts Indiana Football in uncharted waters

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Dec 6, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) speaks in a press conference after defeating the Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 Big Ten championship game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Fernando Mendoza is already a fan favorite in Las Vegas

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza during the CFP Champions press conference at Marriott Marquis Miami. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Fernando Mendoza shares NFL Draft moment with his mom in unforgettable fashion

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Apr 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza is selected by the Las Vegas Raiders as the number one pick during the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Raiders’ selection of Fernando Mendoza sends a clear message to the AFC: "Look out"

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza (15) smiles as he celebrates after the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

Fernando Mendoza's No. 1 overall selection is historic in more ways than one

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers defensive back D'Angelo Ponds (5) against the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

2 Indiana players who could flip the 2026 NFL Draft upside down

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Feb 27, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (QB11) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

3 ways the Indiana Football program can make history in the 2026 NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

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