January 20, 2026 | Edition: #77
It was a slow burn defensive slugfest which then turned into an offensive shootout. We got everything in this Natty. Mendoza established his Heisman credentials with some superhuman efforts to lead the Hoosiers to glory. Along with the thousands of casual and hardcore fans, there were some unofficial scouts from a pro team looking at their possible future.
Today’s Headline
Heisman and Natty winner Fernando Mendoza’s path will now take him ahead to the NFL. But the GOAT is holding the top pick in the draft.
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This play is sure to convince anyone who had doubts as to why Fernando Mendoza was the one who got the Heisman Trophy.
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According to EssentiallySports, the Hoosiers, Notre Dame, and the Longhorns are the top 3 teams, in that order, for the 2026 season.
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