On Thursday night, the 2026 NFL Draft will take place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza is expected to be the top pick by the Las Vegas Raiders.
Indiana Legend Fernando Mendoza Makes Heartfelt Post
GettyFernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers celebrates after defeating Miami Hurricanes 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Before the NFL Draft, Mendoza made a one-word post to Instagram that had over 50,000 likes in ten hours.
He shared many recent photos.
Mendoza captioned the post: “Blessed🏝️”
Fans Send Love To Mendoza In Comments
Many fans sent love to the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner:
@kjarvi21: “My beloved Colts don’t have a first round pick, but I’m still so excited to watch the draft tonight and cheer you and our fellow Hoosiers on!!! ❤️🤍💙🤍”
@leigh_leigh2311: “So proud of you! Keep up the good works of familia and your sport. Hugs to your mama!”
@potentadeyemi: “Love you Fernando your gonna be a raider later today”
@srt_jonathan: “CANT WAIT TILL I SEE YOUR NAME GET CALLED TONIGHT RAAAAAAAAIDERS 🔥🔥🔥🔥”
kelli_anne__017: “I love it when good things happen to good people 👏”
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