A to Z Sports NFL Draft Analyst Joe DeLeone joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about Indiana winning the National Championship, Fernando Mendoza as an NFL prospect, Ty Simpson’s draft stock, and more.
Joe DeLeone: Fernando Mendoza is worthy of being the first overall pick; this wide receiver class is sneaky good

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 19: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers celebrates after defeating Miami Hurricanes 27-21 in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship at Hard Rock Stadium on January 19, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)
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