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Throws That Turned Heads (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Bloomington, Indiana – Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza captivated NFL scouts Wednesday at Indiana’s pro day, the program’s largest ever. The quarterback threw with pinpoint accuracy to former Hoosiers receivers, completing 53 of 56 passes in a session that highlighted his arm strength and composure.[1][2] Nearly two dozen teammates ran routes and 40-yard dashes nearby, benefiting from Mendoza’s leadership as all 32 NFL teams watched closely.[3]
Throws That Turned Heads
Mendoza began his workout after a lengthy warmup, starting at 2:05 p.m. inside the John Mellencamp Pavilion. He fired nine initial tosses to jogging receivers before escalating to more demanding routes.[2] Over the next 19 minutes, he unleashed a mix of short timing throws, deep posts, and outs, calling out each receiver’s name and route beforehand.
His only notable miss came on the 32nd throw, a deep ball slightly overthrown by inches. Two receiver drops accounted for the other incompletions, but Mendoza stayed unflappable, praising teammates mid-throw and adjusting on the fly.[4] Analysts praised his velocity and quick release, traits that stood out even more in person. Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com noted three key accomplishments: showing up in top shape at 236 pounds, and matching his tape with live throws, including more under center.[4]
The session ended with 21 straight completions, leaving scouts impressed by his tempo and touch…
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Author : Matthias Binder
Publish date : 2026-04-02 21:05:00
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