5 Hoosiers Who Could Get Selected in the 2027 NFL Draft
The Hoosiers are still loaded with talent and who may be selected next year from IU has already crossed people’s minds. Who will get drafted and why?
From the Spring Game to Recruiting to the NFL Draft, it was a Special Weekend for IU Football
This past weekend was one for the record books for IU Football. A look back at the spring game, the NFL Draft and a monster recruiting weekend are in order.
Versatile Tight End Riley Nowakowski Heads to Pittsburgh at Pick 169
Tight end Riley Nowakowski is heading to the Pittsburgh Steelers as the 169th pick overall in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Nowakowski played one season at IU after transferring from Wisconsin. He was a key to the Hoosiers’ success on offense. What the Steelers are Getting? Nowakowski looks and plays like a […]
Elijah Sarratt Heads to Baltimore as the 115th Overall Pick in the NFL Draft
The Baltimore Ravens drafted former Indiana wide receiver Elijah Sarratt. What they are getting and how it will play out.
Fernando Mendoza’s Draft Football Gives IU Fans a Collectible To Treasure
Nikco Sports has released a limited-edition Fernando Mendoza IU Draft Football, a full-sized collectible created to celebrate Mendoza’s time at Indiana as he makes the jump to the NFL.
D’Angelo Ponds Selected in Second Round by the Jets
D’Angelo Ponds, a former Indiana Hoosiers cornerback, was drafted in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting his competitive edge despite size concerns. Known for his athleticism and playmaking ability, he is expected to excel as a nickelback and contribute on special teams.
Omar Cooper Jr. is Headed to the New York Jets
Omar Cooper Jr., a former Indiana Hoosiers wide receiver, was selected 30th overall by the New York Jets in the 2026 NFL Draft. Notable for his versatility, Cooper boasts impressive stats, including 115 receptions and 24 touchdowns. Analysts predict he will impact the Jets’ offense significantly alongside Garrett Wilson.
Fernando Mendoza Taken First Overall in NFL Draft
Former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza was taken with the first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders in Thursday’s NFL Draft. It had been speculated for months that the Raiders would select the Heisman Trophy winner who led the Hoosiers to their first College Football Playoff National Championship. Mendoza becomes the first Hoosier selected in […]
Mendoza’s Last Act as a Teammate Was to Give His Playmakers a Chance to Show Off
Indiana football had a moment on Wednesday. 28 Hoosiers took the field in the Mellancamp Pavillion one final time, but it was Fernando Mendoza’s latest gift to his teammates that stood out. Most of the buzz around IU’s Pro Day was for the future number one pick, but he and his pass catching teammates showed […]
Expected No. 1 Pick Fernando Mendoza Meets with Raiders and Other Combine Notes
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, projected as the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, spoke at the NFL Combine, opting to showcase his skills at IU’s Pro Day instead. Mendoza praised his interview with the Raiders and expressed excitement about the draft, valuing the opportunity regardless of his selection position.