Cuban: NIL donation helped Indiana land Heisman winner Mendoza

Cuban, an Indiana graduate, recalled being approached by athletic director Scott Dolson during a game. When told the school needed money to secure quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Cuban asked for the amount and covered the NIL donation himself. newsbetting.bond

Mendoza went on to win the Heisman Trophy and lead the Hoosiers to a national championship, finishing with over 3,500 passing yards and 41 touchdowns before being drafted first overall in 2026.