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After the College Football Playoff game wraps up on Monday, January 19, players from the Indiana Hoosiers and Miami Hurricanes will start to declare for the 2026 NFL draft. This year’s event is set for for Thursday, April 23 to Saturday, April 25, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with all rounds taking place at Point State Park and Acrisure Stadium.So, when it comes to the Hoosiers, which Indiana players are the best NFL prospects on the roster? Let’s look at the research and numbers.5 Best NFL Prospects From the Indiana Hoosiers View this post on Instagram 1. Fernando Mendoza, QBThis one is a no-brainer. Fernando Mendoza is obviously the most in-demand player in the College Football Championship, out of both teams.Mendoza came into the season as a potential first-round pick, and now, he’s No. 1. The Las Vegas Raiders are largely expected to draft him with their No. 1 overall pick.“With the ideal size of 6’5″ and 225 pounds, Mendoza possesses the physical attributes that NFL teams covet in a quarterback,” the NFL Mock Draft Database says. “His intelligence on the field is evident in his pre-snap reads, audibles, pocket presence, and ability to excel in two-minute situations.”They add, “Mendoza also boasts a rare combination of a quick release and a strong arm, allowing him to make ‘NFL throws’ like a hole shot from the far hash. Despite finishing 13-for-23 for 233 yards in a recent game against Iowa, Mendoza consistently showcases his ability to attack all areas of the field with precision.”2. Carter Smith, OTCarter Smith is an athletic 6-foot-5, 313-pounder and one of college football’s elite pass protectors. He’s likely to be picked inside the top 50 in the draft.One of Smith’s strength, according to NFL Draft Buzz, is that he “possesses grip strength that borders on unfair for finesse rushers who find their counters neutralized the moment Smith’s hands clamp onto their frame, creating a vise that eliminates swim and spin attempts.”They add that he also “devastates opponents as a run blocker with explosive pad level off the snap, generating torque through his hips and core to seal edges on stretch plays or pancake defenders on inside power schemes.”3. Omar Cooper Jr., WRWide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. will likely hear his name called early in the draft.“There is no denying that the key to the Hoosiers’ passing attack is their Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, but Cooper is the sort of dynamic athlete that makes life easier for any signal-caller,” Fox Sports says of him. “Boasting a compact build (6-0, 204 pounds), the redshirt junior is a natural playmaker with more touchdowns scored (21) than games started (17). Though he’s averaged 15.7 yards gained over his 110 career receptions, Cooper is perhaps most effective on underneath routes, such as quick-screens and drags, where his vision, shiftiness and relatively low center of gravity help create yards after the catch.”They add that, “Because of his suddenness, Cooper is an effective combo-route runner, and he has a knack for making big plays in big moments, as evidenced by his 75-yard rushing touchdown against Ohio State in 2024 as well as his game-winning, toe-tapping score in the back of the end zone against Penn State from earlier this season.”4. D’Angelo Ponds, CB“D’Angelo Ponds is the type of competitive, athletic and playmaking cornerback that coaches want in their secondary,” Bleacher Report nots of D’Angelo Ponds. “He plays bigger than his size and doesn’t back down to any receiver. With great footwork, feel for space and timing, Ponds continuously makes plays on the football and frustrates receivers with his closing speed and attention to detail.5. Mikail Kamara, DEA good edge rusher is hard to find, but the Indiana Hoosiers have one in Mikail Kamara. He has potential and is projected as a later-round pick, but if he plays well in the final game, that draft stock will go up. Like Heavy Sports's content? Be sure to follow us. This article was originally published…

After an injury-filled 6-11 season, the Cincinnati Bengals decided to not panic and make any drastic changes to the organization. Team president Mike Brown released a statement after the regular season, in which he stated that the Bengals were retaining head coach Zac Taylor and general manager Duke Tobin. Brown said, “I am confident that Duke Tobin and Zac Taylor are the right leaders to guide us forward. They have proven they can build and lead teams that compete for championships. We trust their plans and expect to return to our desired level of success.”Regarding his job security and his feelings going into next season, head coach Zac Taylor said, “I’m excited about the direction we’re headed.” He also said that he expected no changes in their current coaching staff. However, a new report may change those plans for Cincinnati. Cincinnati Bengals Could Lose Offensive Coordinator View this post on Instagram Despite their losing record, Cincinnati once again had one of the league’s top offenses. Even when starting quarterback Joe Burrow was out, the team was able to put up points with veteran Joe Flacco. As a result, offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher has been garnering interest around the league. On Jan. 9, Pitcher had an interview with the Cleveland Browns for their head coaching vacancy. Fortunately for the Bengals, Pitcher has not been scheduled for a second interview with the Browns as of now. Despite this, Pitcher’s future may still be with another NFL team as NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport reported that Pitcher will interview with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for their offensive coordinator job. The offensive coordinator role in Tampa Bay would represent a lateral move for Pitcher from his current role, meaning the Bengals could opt to deny the request to interview him. However, Rapoport’s report also indicates that head coach Zac Taylor is allowing Pitcher to explore outside opportunities.Despite being with the Bengals in a variety of different roles since 2016, Pitcher has never called plays. The current playcaller for the Bengals is Zac Taylor, meanwhile, Pitcher would call plays for the Tampa Bay offense.Why Pitcher Might Consider LeavingA lateral move from a coordinator is rare in the NFL. When it does happen, it’s usually because a coach wants to increase their profile in hopes of improving their chances at landing a future head coaching job. A recent example of this is Eric Bienemy. He served as the Kansas City offensive coordinator for five seasons, but after several head coaching interviews that did not land him the job, he opted to leave Kansas City in a lateral move and go to Washington. The move did not work out for Bienemy as he lasted only a year with the Commanders.Fortunately for the Bengals, if Pitcher were to leave, a replacement is likely already in mind. Sports Illustrated’s James Rapien wrote that Brian Callahan would be a natural replacement for Pitcher. Callahan held the offensive coordinator job for four seasons with the Bengals, before taking on the Titans head coaching job in 2024. After being fired following the 2025 season, he could return to his former job with the Bengals. However, Callahan is also a candidate with the Chargers, Falcons, and Tampa Bay for their coordinator vacancy. Like Heavy Sports's content? Be sure to follow us. This article was originally published on Heavy SportsThe post Bengals Dealt Potential Blow as Coach Explores Other Options appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Miami Heat have been caught in the middle of the Eastern Conference this season. They currently sit eighth in the standings, which has mostly been fueled by poor offense. Right now, the Heat have the 19th-best offense in the NBA.A large reason why the offense has struggled has been the health of Tyler Herro. Herro has only played in 11 games so far this season. His most recent injury was a rib injury. Recently, Herro got some imaging to determine the severity of the injury.Miami now knows what the injury is, but they are still unclear about how much time he will miss due to the injury. Simply put, the MRI was not good news for the Heat. GettyMiami Heat guard Tyler Herro holds the ball. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) Tyler Herro to Miss Indefinite Period of TimeAfter getting the MRI, Herro was found to have a costochondral issue with his ribs, according to Heat reporter Ira Winderman. Winderman reported that this is an issue of pain tolerance, and this issue is typically highly painful. Because of that, Herro is unlikely to rejoin the team during Miami’s five-game road trip.With this being a pain tolerance issue, the Heat is unsure how much time Herro will miss. With how many games he has missed this season, Herro hasn’t been able to develop a rhythm. He is the best player that Miami has at creating shots off the dribble.Without Herro in the lineup, the Heat have to rely more on Norman Powell and Andrew Wiggins to create shots off the dribble. Bam Adebayo is not a player who can really do that. Herro is also someone who organizes the offense, something else Miami struggles with.Herro has also been mentioned in some trade rumors. This latest injury might keep a team from making a concerted effort to bring him in. If he can’t stay healthy this season, it wouldn’t make much sense for a team to give up assets for Herro. GettyMiami Heat guard Tyler Herro celebrates. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) The Heat Will Likely Still try to be Active at the Trade DeadlineEven with Herro out of the lineup, Miami is likely going to be active at the trade deadline. They don’t want to be left out of the playoffs. Herro isn’t supposed to be out for an extended period of time, so getting him back should help the offense.Without Herro, the Heat will need an offensive-minded player even more. They have been linked to possibly pursuing Ja Morant, but that is far from a sure thing. Miami needs some guards who can organize the offense and make some shots from beyond the 3-point arc.Herro’s injury-plagued season has derailed what started out as a fun season for the Heat. The offense was free-flowing and was getting up and down the court at a faster pace. Without Herro driving that, the offense grows stagnant. That means they are in danger of missing the playoffs. Like Heavy Sports's content? Be sure to follow us. This article was originally published on Heavy SportsThe post Miami Heat Get Bad News on Tyler Herro After MRI appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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