Overview
- In an interview on The Ticket in Dallas, Mendoza said he was about to call Kirby Smart to commit to Georgia when the call did not go through, leading him to pause overnight.
- He confirmed his transfer decision came down to Indiana versus Georgia and described feeling genuinely torn between two strong options.
- Mendoza committed to Curt Cignetti and Indiana on Dec. 24, 2024, then won the Heisman and a national championship after posting 3,535 passing yards with 41 touchdowns and six interceptions.
- The quarterback has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft and is widely projected by analysts as the No. 1 pick, with the Las Vegas Raiders frequently mentioned in mock drafts.
- He intends to do limited work at the NFL combine before a full throwing session at Indiana’s April 1 pro day to showcase teammates.