"[Mendoza] is operating at a really high level, Alabama defensive coordinator Kane Wommack said. When you watch the tape and the challenge, really the cry for our guys [is] to have to operate at a really consistent level, and you're going to have to take away those windows that he's wanting to get the ball through."
"He's a man, just like me, Alabama defensive lineman Tim Keenan III said. He put himself in a position to achieve the accolades, so we need to make sure we do what we need to, to play our game."
"Congrats to him for winning [the Heisman], but we'll play our game."
"I want to stop quarterbacks whether they've won the Heisman Trophy or not, Wommack added."
Fernando Mendoza threw for 2,980 yards and 33 touchdowns during Indiana's undefeated season. Indiana ranked eighth in total offense, averaging 472.8 yards per game. Alabama emphasizes consistent defensive play and plans to take away the passing windows Mendoza targets. Alabama intends to apply pressure to force turnovers and limit Indiana's attack. Alabama remains unconcerned by Mendoza's accolades and plans to execute its own game plan. Defensive preparation focuses on operating at a high level to restrict Mendoza's production.
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