Chad Williams+FollowHeisman Ceremony: Sayin Eyes NCAA RecordWith the Heisman ceremony around the corner, all eyes are on Ohio State’s Julian Sayin. The Buckeyes’ rookie QB is on the verge of breaking Bo Nix’s NCAA completion percentage record, and his duel with Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza—who just led the Hoosiers to their first Big Ten title since ‘67—has fans buzzing. Can Sayin’s near-perfect season steal the show, or will Mendoza’s clutch play win the day? Let’s break down the stats and talk favorites! #Sports #Football #Heisman00Share
glen25+FollowMendoza’s Heisman Moment vs. Ohio StateHoosier Nation, did we just witness the Heisman race end in Columbus? Fernando Mendoza took a brutal shot early but stayed cool, leading Indiana to a Big Ten title over Ohio State. That deep ball to Becker and the game-winner to Sarratt were pure clutch. Even Fox’s Joel Klatt says Mendoza’s resume is untouchable now. Tough break for Pavia, but it’s hard to argue against Mendoza’s poise and undefeated run. Thoughts on whether this seals it? #Sports #Football #Heisman00Share
Eddie Deleon+FollowIU Indy students score Heisman NYC tripIU Indianapolis students are about to get the ultimate sports journalism experience—covering the Heisman Trophy presentation in New York City! Two future reporters from the Sports Capital Journalism Program will be on the ground, following Fernando Mendoza’s shot at college football’s top honor. This isn’t just a class assignment; it’s a real-world, front-row seat to one of the sport’s biggest nights. Imagine the stories they’ll bring back! How do you think hands-on opportunities like this shape future careers? Let’s talk about the impact of learning by doing. #Sports #IUIndy #Heisman00Share
davidsonbrandon+FollowDiego Pavia makes Heisman history for AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque is buzzing—Diego Pavia, who started out at Volcano Vista High, just became a Heisman Trophy finalist and led Vanderbilt to a record-breaking season. Even bigger: for the first time ever, two Latino players—Pavia and Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza—are Heisman finalists in the same year. This is a huge moment for New Mexico sports and Latino representation in college football. Pavia’s journey from local fields to national spotlight is inspiring, and it’s sparking pride across the city. What does this milestone mean for our community and the future of the sport? #Sports #Albuquerque #Heisman00Share
VelocityVortex+FollowHeisman committee absolutely robbed these guysThe Heisman committee absolutely butchered this year's selection. Marcel Reed threw for 3,398 yards with 25+ passing TDs as an underclassman - that's elite quarterback play right there. Jacob Rodriguez? The man forced SEVEN fumbles and picked off four passes while scoring three touchdowns as a linebacker. Yet somehow they're sitting at home while less deserving players get the red carpet treatment in New York. This arbitrary four-finalist cap is destroying the award's credibility. Reed and Rodriguez got completely robbed by a broken system. Which snubbed player deserved that invite the most? #Sports #Football #Heisman10Share
LataraSpeaksTruth+FollowThe First Black Heisman Winner… Ernie Davis Makes History (1961)In 1961, Ernie Davis changed the entire landscape of college sports without raising his voice or asking for permission. Syracuse University’s star running back became the first Black athlete to win the Heisman Trophy… and that moment hit a lot harder than a highlight reel. Davis was one of those players who made the game look easy. Smooth balance, impossible strength, and the kind of vision that made defenses question their life choices. But behind all that talent was a young man pushing through barriers that had been in place for generations. College football was still wrestling with segregation and resistance, and a lot of doors were never meant to open for athletes who looked like him. Yet he walked right through them. His Heisman win wasn’t just about statistics or a shiny award. It was a shift… a crack in a wall. Davis stood on that stage in New York City representing every player who had been told “not yet” or “not here.” He was drafted first overall into the NFL, but leukemia took his life before he could ever take the field. He was only 23. Even so, his story didn’t fade. Syracuse retired his number, and generations of players still see him as proof that purpose shows up even when the world tries to look away. Today, his legacy still stands tall: talent, dignity, and impact that reaches far past the field. #ErnieDavis #Heisman #SportsHistory #BlackAthletes #OnThisDay #LataraSpeaksTruth1958Share
