Curt Cignetti confirms Indiana sought to keep QB Alberto Mendoza
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Curt Cignetti stated that Indiana attempted to retain quarterback Alberto Mendoza, who has transferred to Georgia Tech. Mendoza, a backup last season, opted for a new opportunity after Indiana secured TCU transfer Josh Hoover as their starting quarterback. Cignetti indicated that while the Hoosiers retained all desired players, Mendoza was an exception. As Mendoza joins Georgia Tech, he takes over for Haynes King in a reshuffling offense.
- •Alberto Mendoza has transferred from Indiana to Georgia Tech.
- •Curt Cignetti mentioned efforts to keep Mendoza at Indiana.
- •Mendoza appeared in nine games for Indiana last season.
- •Indiana has secured TCU transfer Josh Hoover as their starter.
- •Mendoza replaces Haynes King at Georgia Tech amid offensive changes.
- 5:47 PMYahoo Sports — Curt Cignetti says Indiana tried to keep QB Alberto Mendoza
"Curt Cignetti said the younger Mendoza was the only player the Hoosiers tried to retain this offseason and didn't, as he transferred to Georgia Tech.
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