Jonathan Brady News, Rumors, Updates - Indiana Hoosiers

Exploring return to CFB Brady is considering a return to college football after being released by the Las Vegas Raiders, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Brady joined the Raiders as an undrafted free agent but was released prior to the start of training camp. The 5-foot-10 wide receiver has a fifth year of eligibility remaining and could make a return for another season. He totaled 14 receptions for 115 yards and three touchdowns with the Hoosiers last year.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

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Another Indiana blowout: No. 2 Hoosiers hammer Maryland 55-10 after slow start

Fernando Mendoza threw for a touchdown and ran for one, and No. 2 Indiana remained undefeated with a 55-10 rout of Maryland

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

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Two scores in blowout Brady reeled in all three targets for 27 yards and two touchdowns during Friday's 73-0 win versus Indiana State.

Impact Brady made the most of his limited opportunities on the day, finding the end zone twice in his three receptions against the Sycamores. The 5-foot-10 receiver connected with both starter Fernando Mendoza as well as backup Alberto Mendoza on scoring strikes of four and 12 yards in the second and third quarters, respectively, marking his first scores as a Hoosier. Brady will hope to build off his performance and earn a larger role within the Indiana offense moving forward, starting with a ranked matchup against Illinois on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana Drops 73 Points In Blowout Win Against Indiana State

Fernando Mendoza threw five first-half touchdown passes as the No. 22 Hoosiers routed Indiana State 73-0 on Friday night.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Indiana Drops 73 Points In Blowout Win Against Indiana State

Indiana State Sycamores vs. No. 22 Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Football

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Punt return sparks Indiana's victory | Arkansas Democrat Gazette BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Fernando Mendoza scored on a 5-yard run in his debut as Indiana's quarterback, Jonathan Brady returned a punt 91 yards...

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ARKANSASONLINE.COM

Old Dominion Monarchs vs. No. 20 Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Football

AUGUST 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

QB Fernando Mendoza Leads Indiana Over Old Dominion In Season Opener

Indiana rushed for 309 yards as the 20th-ranked Hoosiers wore down Old Dominion in a season-opening 27-14 victory.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

QB Fernando Mendoza Leads Indiana Over Old Dominion In Season Opener

Fernando Mendoza leads No. 20 Indiana past Old Dominion 27-14 in his debut as Hoosiers QB

Fernando Mendoza scored on a 5-yard run in his debut as Indiana’s quarterback, Jonathan Brady returned a punt 91 yards for a score, and the 20th-ranked Hoosiers wore down Old Domin...

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Indiana's Jonathan Brady returns punt 91 yards for touchdown vs. Old Dominion

AUGUST 30, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Heading to Bloomington Brady has committed to play for Indiana for the 2025 season, per Alec Lasley of On3.com.

Impact Brady will follow quarterback Fernando Mendoza to Indiana following a single season with Cal. The 5-foot-10 receiver caught 36 passes for 386 yards and three touchdowns for the Bears in 2024. The former New Mexico State transfer will retain a single year of eligibility with the Hoosiers.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Throws name in portal Brady has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Brady will test the transfer market after one season at California following a two-year sting at New Mexico State. The senior wide receiver totaled 36 receptions for 386 yards and three touchdowns across 13 appearances.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two touchdowns in win over Stanford Brady caught 5 of 6 targets for 64 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 24-21 victory over Stanford.

Impact Brady has become a dependable option in the passing game as he now has three straight games with five or more catches. Brady also came down with two touchdowns giving him three on the season and three in the last three games.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in loss to Syracuse Brady reeled in 6 of 7 targets for 54 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 33-25 loss against Syracuse.

Impact Brady hauled in his first touchdown catch of the season in Cal's loss to Syracuse.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid day in victory Brady caught all four targets for 63 yards during Saturday's 21-14 win over Auburn.

Impact Brady was previously listed as questionable after leaving Cal's season opener early with an undisclosed injury, but the junior was able to play against the Tigers, leading the team in both receptions and yards. The former New Mexico State transfer caught 39 passes for 621 yards and four touchdowns for the Aggies in 2023 and will be hoping to make an impact for the Bears in 2024. Brady's next opportunity will come on Saturday when Cal hosts San Diego State.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left opener with injury Brady (undisclosed) left Cal's season opener in the first half with an injury, per Avinash Kunnath of WriteForCalifornia.com.

Impact Brady caught a single pass for 16 yards prior to his departure, though his four targets indicate that, when healthy, he could see a solid role within the offense. The former New Mexico State transfer caught 39 passes for 621 yards and four touchdowns for the Aggies in 2023. The severity of Brady's injury is thus far unknown, and his next opportunity to return to the field will come when the Bears travel to face Auburn on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Down day in win over UC Davis Brady posted one reception (on four targets) for 16 yards during Saturday's 31-13 win versus UC Davis.

Impact Brady saw a good amount go targets in the contest against a sub par opponent however was only able to come down with one of the four. With a matchup against Auburn set for next week, starters will likely get the bulk of the work which may give Brady some more looks.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Brady announced that he will be entering his name into the transfer portal via his X account on Thursday.

Impact Brady will enter the transfer portal following two seasons with New Mexico State. The sophomore receiver caught 39 passes for 621 yards and four touchdowns for the Aggies in 2023, adding 35 yards and a score on the ground.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets 70 yards Brady caught three passes for 70 yards against MTSU on Saturday.

Impact Brady gets a few looks a game, and he's often turned one or two into big plays. That's just hard to sustain consistent production doing, though. Plus, quarterback-to-receiver transplant Eli Stowers has suddenly became the top-targeted player in this offense, so Brady's role isn't likely to increase at this point.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Another Indiana blowout: No. 2 Hoosiers hammer Maryland 55-10 after slow start

Indiana Drops 73 Points In Blowout Win Against Indiana State

Indiana State Sycamores vs. No. 22 Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Football

Old Dominion Monarchs vs. No. 20 Indiana Hoosiers Highlights | FOX College Football

QB Fernando Mendoza Leads Indiana Over Old Dominion In Season Opener

Fernando Mendoza leads No. 20 Indiana past Old Dominion 27-14 in his debut as Hoosiers QB

Indiana's Jonathan Brady returns punt 91 yards for touchdown vs. Old Dominion