Fernando Mendoza impresses at Pro Day, draws praise from former teammates

[Jim Coyle]

Indiana’s new quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, made a strong first impression at the Hoosiers’ Pro Day on Tuesday.

Mendoza, a December transfer from California, was not originally expected to participate in the event. However, with former Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke sidelined due to knee surgery, Mendoza stepped in to throw during passing drills.

The soon-to-be junior signal-caller showcased his arm strength, accuracy and poise, reinforcing why Indiana brought him in to lead the offense.


https://indiana.rivals.com/news/fer...at-pro-day-draws-praise-from-former-teammates

 

[vesuvius13]

It is good to hear about his arm, now our coaches need to get the ball out of his hands on time.

 

[Walt542]

It is good to hear about his arm, now our coaches need to get the ball out of his hands on time.

Yes, and learn to run that RPO game like Rourke did.

 

[vesuvius13]

Yes, and learn to run that RPO game like Rourke did.

I would be surprised if he didn't run RPOs at Cal.

 

[Euro]

Indiana’s new quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, made a strong first impression at the Hoosiers’ Pro Day on Tuesday.

Mendoza, a December transfer from California, was not originally expected to participate in the event. However, with former Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke sidelined due to knee surgery, Mendoza stepped in to throw during passing drills.

The soon-to-be junior signal-callerwell showcased his arm strength, accuracy and poise, reinforcing why Indiana brought him in to lead the offense.


https://indiana.rivals.com/news/fer...at-pro-day-draws-praise-from-former-teammates

Indiana’s new quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, made a strong first impression at the Hoosiers’ Pro Day on Tuesday.

Mendoza, a December transfer from California, was not originally expected to participate in the event. However, with former Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke sidelined due to knee surgery, Mendoza stepped in to throw during passing drills.

The soon-to-be junior signal-caller showcased his arm strength, accuracy and poise, reinforcing why Indiana brought him in to lead the offense.


https://indiana.rivals.com/news/fer...at-pro-day-draws-praise-from-former-teammates

Well he's well paid! Better show those qualities

 

[Jssanto]

It is good to hear about his arm, now our coaches need to get the ball out of his hands on time.

Is hanging on to the ball too long an issue for him?

 

[Jssanto]

Yes, and learn to run that RPO game like Rourke did.

I am not a former player or coach but I really think Rourke set a very high bar. He seemed to not make mistakes (perhaps the best quality a QB can have), had great touch, and not only avoided injury but played thru a usual season ending injury.
We are all rooting hard for Mendoza, but he has successful shoes to fill.

 

[OpenWheels]

Impress at Illinois, Iowa, Oregon, Michigan State and more...

But, nothing wrong with impressing now I guess. Get the teammates on board.

Darn shame Rourke couldn't go.
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[Walt542]

I am not a former player or coach but I really think Rourke set a very high bar. He seemed to not make mistakes (perhaps the best quality a QB can have), had great touch, and not only avoided injury but played thru a usual season ending injury.
We are all rooting hard for Mendoza, but he has successful shoes to fill.

Yes I agree. The thing that impressed me most about Rourke was how quickly he could read the defense make the proper decision and get the ball out to the receiver or sometimes second or third option. I’m sure that is the coaching but also his ability to process that information at lightning speed. I hope FM can be at least as good at that part because he has all the physical tools.

 

[Hoosier Clarion]

He's already put up high #'s with lots less and inferior resources around him. No sweat. Bright horizon. Where there's smoke there's fire.

 

[vesuvius13]

The idea that Mendoza holds on to the ball too long is something our offense and coaches can cure. With the OL California had it is hard to know if it was Mendoza holding the ball or getting pressure too quick in his face. He will have a much better OL and offense to excel in than he had at California.

 

[td75]

Mendoza put up big numbers at California. He did it against Auburn, Miami of Florida, Stanford and others. The kid is absolutely legitimate and will put up big numbers and big wins under CCC.