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Fernando Mendoza: El quarterback cubano que lidera el fútbol americano universitario

KVIA•Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:31 PM•CNN Newsource

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Fernando Mendoza, quarterback de la Universidad de Indiana, ha hecho historia al llevar a su equipo a una temporada perfecta de 16-0, un logro que no se veía en el fútbol americano universitario desde 1894. Con estadísticas impresionantes de 273 pases completos y 41 touchdowns, Mendoza no solo ha sido reconocido como el mejor jugador de la temporada, sino que también se ha convertido en el primer jugador de Indiana en ganar el Trofeo Heisman. A sus 22 años, Mendoza busca inspirar a la comunidad hispana y desafiar la percepción de que el fútbol americano no es para ellos. Su enfoque en el trabajo duro y la disciplina lo posiciona como un candidato prometedor para la NFL, destacando la importancia del apoyo familiar y el compromiso en su desarrollo deportivo.

Key Details: • Mendoza llevó a los Hoosiers a un récord de 16-0 en la temporada 2025/26. • Es el primer jugador de la Universidad de Indiana en ganar el Trofeo Heisman. • Mendoza ha completado 273 pases y lanzado 41 touchdowns esta temporada. • Busca inspirar a la comunidad hispana a participar en el fútbol americano. • Considerado un prospecto para la NFL, destaca por su ética de trabajo y dedicación.

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