Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza declares for 2026 NFL Draft

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.

"Coming to Indiana was a leap of faith, a leap that led me to go 16-0 with my boys and a national championship," Mendoza said.