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The quarterback is widely considered the nailed-on No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft after leading Indiana to a historic national championship in January. But he will not be in Pittsburgh on Thursday.
Former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza detailed how coach Curt Cignetti kept him humble during the Hoosiers' historic season.
Fernando Mendoza’s rise from an under-the-radar transfer to a national champion at Indiana has made him one of the most compelling stories heading into the 2026 NFL Draft.
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is expected to be the second quarterback off the board during the 2026 NFL Draft later this week after a stellar breakout season for the Crimson Tide. Simpson’s collegiate career ended in a humbling 38–3 loss to the Indiana Hoosiers in the Rose Bowl, where Alabama was thoroughly dominated by […]
College football’s transfer portal and revenue-sharing picked up in 2025.
With most Darian DeVries' players set to leave the squad, here's a look at the Indiana Hoosiers' transfer portal additions and departures.
Four-star safety Junior Tu’upo is beginning to narrow his recruitment, and the Alabama Crimson Tide football is firmly in the mix as one of his top contenders.According to Chad Simmons of Rivals, Tu’upo, a standout defensive back from Thompson High School in Alabama, has trimmed his list to five schools: Alabama, Auburn, Indiana, Oregon, and […] The post Alabama Football Lands in Top 5 for In-State DB Prospect appeared first on Heavy Sports.
Even though Indiana whooped Alabama 38-3 during the College Football Playoff's Rose Bowl, Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson insists he knew what was going to be called every time -- he just couldn't do anything about it.
Ty Simpson recently made a bold statement regarding Indiana’s play during their Rose Bowl matchup where Alabama faced one of its worst losses in the program’s history. The Crimson Tide lost by 35 points, ending the game with an overall score of 38-3. Despite the brutal loss, Simpson revisited the game with a different perspective […]
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines felt a bit slighted by some comments Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson made about their matchup in the College Football Playoff. Simpson said in a recent appearance on the “Down 2 Business” podcast that nothing about Indiana’s defense had surprised him during the Hoosiers’ 38-3 win in January’s CFP Quarterfinal. Simpson … The post Indiana DC blasts Ty Simpson for comments about his defense appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Alberto Mendoza, the younger brother of Fernando, appears to be making quite the impression at his new school. Mendoza appears to be the clear leader for the starting quarterback job at Georgia Tech after the conclusion of spring ball. Mendoza, a transfer from Indiana, earned praise for his development and leadership from coach Brent Key. … The post Fernando Mendoza’s brother appears likely to win QB1 role appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ty Simpson is gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft that’s set to take place from April 23 to April 25. While the Alabama star is prepared to move to the next chapter of his career, Simpson revisited the Indiana game he played in the 2025 college football season during a recent conversation with Josh […]
The Indiana Hoosiers absolutely dominated the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl as part of their dominant College Football Playoff run. The Hoosiers rolled to a dominant, 38-3 victory and held the Tide to just 193 yards from scrimmage. But according to Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson, Indiana didn’t exactly do anything special on defense to throw him and […] The post Ty Simpson Starts Feud With Indiana Defensive Coordinator Bryant Haines Over Back-Handed Compliment appeared first on BroBible.
After Alabama QB Ty Simpson called out Indiana’s defense, Hoosiers' DC Bryant Haines offered his response
Ty Simpson served as the main driving force behind Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama offense last season. Heading into training camp, Keelon Russell and Austin Mack are expected to carry on the competition for the Crimson Tide’s starting quarterback role. Kalen DeBoer Gets Critical Update from Insider About Alabama’s QB Race Russell looked like the better quarterback […]
As Indiana football star Fernando Mendoza prepares to hear his name called at the 2026 NFL Draft, likely by the Las Vegas Raiders with the No. 1 overall pick, the quarterback would reflect on the success he’s had. While Mendoza’s professional journey at the 2026 NFL Draft, the star takes a look back, There is […] The post Indiana football’s Fernando Mendoza drops heartwarming take on life-changing 2025 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Indiana defeated Miami in the CFP title game.
Fernando Mendoza’s dominance makes the 2026 draft feel predictable, but David Pollack backs the Indiana Hoosiers football star as the clear No. 1 despite criticism.
Curt Cignetti shut down claims that Indiana spent $40 million on its roster, but the statement has only added fuel to the ongoing NIL debate surrounding the program.
Indiana football burst onto the college football scene two seasons ago when Curt Cignetti led the Hoosiers on a shocking run to the College Football Playoff. They one-upped themselves in 2025, running the table and winning their first national championship with a perfect 16-0 campaign. Indiana isn’t exactly a recruiting hotbed, and Cignetti and company […] The post Indiana HC Curt Cignetti shoots down buzz of $40 million national title roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover has the biggest shoes to fill in Bloomington after succeeding star Fernando Mendoza, who won the Hoosiers their first national championship title alongside a Heisman Trophy win. Hoover transferred to Indiana from the TCU Horned Frogs and was the crown jewel of the No. 1-ranked transfer portal class in the country. […]
Olympian Ilona Maher names former Indiana star Fernando Mendoza her favorite football athlete after Super Bowl meeting.
Caleb Foster and the Duke Blue Devils did not have the 2025-26 college basketball season they were hoping for, despite earning the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament. Entering March Madness as one of the favorites to win it all, Duke fell just short of the Final Four after allowing a ...
