PTI Is Indiana's Mendoza a lock to win the Heisman?
Dec 13, 2025
Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser dissect the NFL's Week 15 action, spotlighting standout games and playoff implications. They dive into Heisman finalists, passionately arguing why Indiana's Mendoza might take the trophy. The duo also reflects on Lane Kiffin's dramatic return to Ole Miss and the emotional SEC showdown. Plus, they share thoughts on Lindsey Vonn's impressive comeback, likening it to veteran athletes' returns, and discuss the mishaps of the Clippers in the NBA. Excitement and analysis blend throughout!
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Weigh Locker-Room Reactions Carefully
- Coaches must choose how to react after a public dressing-down: get players to flip behavior, risk losing the locker room, or get fired.
- Michael Wilbon advises accepting the consequences and managing the long-term locker-room impact.
Key NFL Games Reveal Season Trajectories
- Tony Kornheiser argues Bills at Patriots and Rams-Lions are high-stakes games that reveal postseason trajectories.
- He notes a Buffalo win in New England signals genuine Super Bowl contention and questions New England's strength of schedule.
Undefeated Team Elevates Mendoza's Case
- Fernando Mendoza is the clear Heisman favorite because he quarterbacks the only undefeated major-team season.
- Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser both say team success and Mendoza's signature moments heavily influence voting.