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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

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Apr 26, 2026

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

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

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

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 25, 2026

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

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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, Indiana Hoosiers

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

Dec 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Fox broadcaster Tom Brady is seen prior to the game between the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Tom Brady is already shaping Fernando Mendoza’s mindset ahead of the NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Indiana's Pat Coogan (78), Tyrique Tucker (95), Elijah Sarratt (13) and Fernando Mendoza (15) celebrate with the trophy after the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

Indiana Football 2026 NFL Draft tracker: Where every Hoosier lands

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Fernando Mendoza participates in Indiana University's Pro Day at Mellencamp Pavilion on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Daniel Jeremiah sets high expectations for Fernando Mendoza before his first NFL snap

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 23, 2026

Curt Cignetti, Indiana Hoosiers

Curt Cignetti cannot overlook this one area of weakness if he wants Indiana to repeat

John Buhler

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Apr 22, 2026

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

3 teams most likely to select Indiana cornerback D’Angelo Ponds in the NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 22, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana wideout Elijah Sarratt (WO34) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Elijah Sarratt might be the perfect addition for these 5 NFL teams

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 22, 2026

Fernando Mendoza participates in Indiana University's Pro Day at Mellencamp Pavilion on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Predicting where every Indiana Hoosier will be picked in the 2026 NFL Draft

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 22, 2026

Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti during spring football practice at Memorial Stadium on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Curt Cignetti has Indiana Football eyeing a historic NFL Draft takeover

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 21, 2026

Fernando Mendoza participates in Indiana University's Pro Day at Mellencamp Pavilion on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Why Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins could be the perfect QB pairing for the Raiders

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 20, 2026

Fernando Mendoza participates in Indiana University's Pro Day at Mellencamp Pavilion on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

The ridiculous Ty Simpson hype keeps disrespecting Fernando Mendoza

Ericka Brockish

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Apr 17, 2026

Indiana Head Coach Curt Cignetti during spring football practice at Memorial Stadium on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Oddsmakers just validated what Indiana football fans already knew about Curt Cignetti

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 10, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver Charlie Becker (80) celebrates after winning the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Latest Charlie Becker injury update features some uncertainty from Curt Cignetti

Connor Grootenhuis

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Apr 9, 2026

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