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Everyone said the same thing about Fernando Mendoza’s Heisman speech

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Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza giving his speech after winning the Heisman Trophy

Fans could not help but imagine an alternative career path for Fernando Mendoza as he gave his Heisman Trophy acceptance speech on Saturday night.

The Indiana quarterback became the first Hoosier in history to win the Heisman Trophy, and the 78th player in college football history. Some fans felt the speech he gave deserved its own award, with Mendoza sounding articulate as he stood atop the podium at Lincoln Center in Manhattan, N.Y.

You can watch Mendoza’s full speech below:

Mendoza delivered his speech as if he were a veteran public speaker, doing so while maintaining a winning smile. Many felt like Mendoza could have a future in politics once he leaves his football career behind.

Mendoza, who is of Cuban descent, even appealed to the Latino community when he spoke to his grandparents in perfect Spanish midway through his speech. That’s sure to increase his broad appeal

The 22-year-old ended his speech with a powerful message to the kids watching from home.

Mendoza had an outstanding 2025 campaign in his first season at Indiana. He threw for 2,980 yards with 33 touchdowns and 6 interceptions, leading the Hoosiers to a 13-0 record and a Big Ten Championship.

With Mendoza likely headed for the NFL at season’s end, Jameis Winston may finally have a worthy adversary in the

Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza giving his speech after winning the Heisman Trophy

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