Fernando Mendoza has become one of the most recognizable names in college football after winning the 2025 Heisman Trophy, but questions about his personal life remain unanswered.
Despite his growing fame and constant media attention, the Indiana Hoosiers quarterback has not publicly confirmed that he is dating anyone.
Mendoza has never discussed having a girlfriend, wife or partner in interviews, nor has he shared any romantic details on social media.
His public presence is largely focused on gratitude toward loved ones, religious beliefs and time spent studying Bible with teammates.
That reserved approach has helped shape his reputation as one of the sport’s most grounded stars.
Former NFL quarterback and college football analyst Max Browne captured that sentiment with a light-hearted social media post.
“My wife just watched her first interview with Fernando Mendoza, and I quote, ‘we must protect him at all costs, he’s so cute,’” Browne wrote. “I hope he’s still dating his 6th grade girlfriend.”
The comment quickly gained popularity online, although there is no public information to suggest Mendoza ever dated anyone in the sixth grade or at any other time.
