Fernando Mendoza has never had an interview quite like this.

Fernando Mendoza is on cloud nine. The Heisman-winning, national champion quarterback of the Indiana Hoosiers is getting set to be the face of an NFL franchise this year. And while over a dozen NFL teams would love to draft the Indiana QB, the Raiders are expected to take him.

The projected No. 1 overall pick in April’s NFL Draft is going through the car wash of different media spots across the country. That led to a sit-down interview on “Sundae Conversation.” The hosts are sports personality Caleb Pressley and sidekick Glen “Glenny Balls” Medoro.

“Never,” Mendoza answered when asked if he had ever been to his possible future home city. “I’ve never been to Las Vegas.” He then responded that he’d love to go if he was “invited.”

At one point during the interview, Pressly asked Mendoza if he likes fat chicks due to them reminding him of his offensive line. Pressley then asked whether Mendoza could thrive in a city known for its distractions.

“No, focus is on football at that point,” said Fernando Mendoza. “Get a couple connections in, but other than that, I think I’ll be able to handle myself.”

Last month, Mendoza declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. “My LinkedIn status is now ‘Open to Work,’ and I’m officially declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft”, Mendoza said. He even updated his LinkedIn profile, showing his updated picture and stating, “Open to work.”

Fernando Mendoza Had The Chance To Take More Money To Remain In College

Fernando Mendoza (Image Credits: Imagn)
Former Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza will forever be remembered for his 2025 campaign, where he led the Hoosiers to glory. The Hoosiers’ storybook season drew the attention of their wealthiest alum.

Mark Cuban had sent several million dollars to Indiana’s athletic department. The Hoosier alum donated to the athletic department for the first time last year.

Indiana has, accordingly, enjoyed a fertile transfer cycle. The Hoosiers landed one of the top quarterbacks in the portal in Josh Hoover.

Apparently, the billionaire increased his support by offering $39 million to keep Mendoza with the Hoosiers next season. As we saw, he clearly turned it down to pursue his NFL career. It was a decision that Michael Irvin blasted Mendoza over.

Irvin further weighed in that rejecting Cuban’s offer could be viewed as a “selfish” move. “Because the reality is everybody is we’re understanding we’re competing against one another, but we’re also competing for one another,” Irvin explained.

Fernando Mendoza has accomplished everything in college. He now wants to prove himself in the NFL.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.