Alberto Mendoza Transfers to Georgia Tech
In a surprising turn of events, just a day after clinching the national championship title with Indiana, quarterback Alberto Mendoza made headlines by declaring his transfer to Georgia Tech. The announcement was shared through a collaborative post on Instagram featuring the On3 transfer portal account, indicating a decisive step in his collegiate career.
Career Highlights
Mendoza, who was a redshirt freshman this past season, served primarily as the backup quarterback under his older brother, Fernando. During his time on the field, he participated in nine games, throwing for 18 completions on 24 attempts, resulting in five touchdown passes alongside one interception. Additionally, he showcased his versatility by rushing for 190 yards and scoring a touchdown over 13 carries.
Previously, as a true freshman in 2024, Mendoza played in one game behind veteran quarterback Kurtis Rourke, who returns for his sixth year.
Georgia Tech’s Recent Performance
Under the guidance of coach Brent Key, Georgia Tech experienced a significant season, beginning with an impressive 8-0 record—their best start since 1966. However, the Yellow Jackets faced a tough finish, losing three of their last four regular-season matchups against teams like N.C. State, Pitt, and Georgia, which dashed their hopes for an ACC championship appearance.
Georgia Tech concluded their season with a narrow defeat in the Pop-Tarts Bowl, falling to BYU with a final score of 25-21 after allowing two touchdowns in the final quarter. This marked the end of quarterback Haynes King’s eligibility after a comprehensive six years in college football; he was a pivotal starter for the Yellow Jackets after transferring from Texas A&M.
Future Prospects
Prior to his transfer, Mendoza had been in discussions with Indiana’s head coach Curt Cignetti about his role, even amidst rumors surrounding the team’s acquisition of former TCU quarterback Josh Hoover. Cignetti had remarked on Saturday leading up to the championship game, expressing optimism about Mendoza’s future with the Hoosiers:
“We’ll see what happens there with Alberto. I think he’s got a good future. I like him a lot as a player. We’ll see what the future holds.”
Now, as Mendoza embarks on his new journey with Georgia Tech, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how he evolves in the program following his impressive performance at Indiana.
