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Indiana's Fernando Mendoza (15) smiles on the podium after the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

Fernando Mendoza’s Viral LinkedIn Post After Championship Win Is Turning Heads

Nick Shepkowski

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Jan 21, 2026

ESPN announcer Paul Finebaum has finally admitted he was wrong about Curt Cignetti and Indiana.

Paul Finebaum Finally Admits He Was Wrong About Curt Cignetti and Indiana

Ryan Phillips

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Jan 21, 2026

Fernando Mendoza took to LinkedIn after winning a national championship.

Fernando Mendoza Had the Perfect LinkedIn Post After Becoming a National Champion

Eva Geitheim

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Jan 21, 2026

College football’s national champion made AP rankings history with perfect season

James Parks

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Jan 21, 2026

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Fernando Mendoza capped a Heisman Trophy season with Indiana’s first football national title.

Sports Illustrated’s Best Photos — Fernando Mendoza, Indiana Win CFP National Championship

SI Staff

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Jan 21, 2026

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza (15) scores a touchdown during the College Football Playoff National Championship college football game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.

Indiana Earns Sports Illustrated Cover After Championship Victory

Nick Shepkowski

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Jan 21, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) lifts the trophy after the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium.

Topps creates Fernando Mendoza Bowman U Now card with artist Chuck Styles

Jason Schwartz

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Jan 21, 2026

Nov 18, 2023; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Why Oregon Coach Dan Lanning Is Under More Pressure Than Ever

Angela Miele

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Jan 21, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; The Indiana Hoosiers players react with the trophy after the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium.

Indiana Football Announces Details for Championship Celebration: What to Know

Daniel Flick

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Jan 21, 2026

Fans celebrate Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, during a watch party for the College Football Playoff national championship game between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Miami Hurricanes at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind.

Did the Hoosiers Make a Case for the Big Ten as the Best Football Conference?

Dan McGlynn

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Jan 21, 2026

Dec 7, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; ESPN announcer Paul Finebaum before the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Lane Kiffin Fires Back at Paul Finebaum on Social Media After Indiana's Title Run

Zack Nagy

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Jan 21, 2026

Carriker Chronicles: The Indiana Blueprint That Nebraska Can't Ignore

Adam Carriker

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Jan 20, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes the field as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Oregon Ducks Linebacker Poised For A Breakout Season

Arden Cravalho

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Jan 21, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning listens to a reporter’s question during the head coaches’ press conference ahead of the Peach Bowl at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta, Georgia, on Jan. 8, 2026.

How to Watch Oregon Ducks' 2026 Big Ten Schedule Reveal

Lily Crane

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Jan 20, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti during the CFP Champions press conference at Marriott Marquis Miami. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Curt Cignetti's Daughter Natalie in Spotlight Sharing Private Text With Indiana Coach

Grant Young

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Jan 20, 2026

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza is capitalizing off his Heisman Trophy and Indiana's national title to expand his NFL footprint event by event.

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza makes NIL announcement after Miami win

Joe Cox

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Jan 20, 2026

Alberto Mendoza won a national championship on Monday and announced his transfer on Tuesday.

Ex-Indiana QB Alberto Mendoza Announces Transfer to ACC School

Patrick Andres

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Jan 20, 2026

Indiana linebacker Aiden Fisher holds up the College Football Playoff national championship trophy.

Indiana’s Magical Title Run Has One Parallel That Foreshadows How College Football Will React

Bryan Fischer

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Jan 20, 2026

Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) reacts on stage after defeating the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff National Championship.

Iconic 70s song is trending after Indiana's CFP national championship win against Miami

Kevin Borba

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Jan 20, 2026

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