Fernando Mendoza appears to be back on Instagram, or perhaps the person managing his account simply forgot to switch back to their personal login. The Heisman Trophy winner recently liked a bikini photo posted by Gia Duddy, ex-girlfriend of fellow player Will Levis, sparking curiosity among fans and followers.
While engaging with social media is common, this raises questions about Mendoza’s awareness of the public nature of his interactions, particularly given his limited presence on social platforms. Historically, the college football national champion has kept a low social media profile, rarely using these platforms.
The past few months have been quite eventful for Mendoza. Under head coach Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers finished an impressive undefeated season, making it one of the most remarkable stories in college sports. As their quarterback, Mendoza has been recognized with multiple awards and has actively traveled nationwide for these events, alongside commitments related to the College Football Playoff—leaving him little time to browse social media.
Notably, during the Peach Bowl, it was disclosed that Mendoza had only LinkedIn and YouTube installed on his phone, indicating his preference to minimize distractions and stay focused during the season. This disciplined approach has served him well, but his recent activity on Instagram suggests that he might be easing back into the world of social media.