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Fernando Mendoza Favored First Overall in 2026 NFL Draft

2/11/2026

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Fernando Mendoza is projected to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Mendoza, a Heisman Trophy winner from Indiana, completed 72% of his passes last season.
Joel Klatt's mock draft suggests the New York Jets, holding the second pick, may not select a quarterback.
Ty Simpson of Alabama is projected as the next quarterback and could land with the Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 21.

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Story summary

Fernando Mendoza is projected to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Mendoza, a Heisman Trophy winner from Indiana, completed 72% of his passes last season.
Joel Klatt's mock draft suggests the New York Jets, holding the second pick, may not select a quarterback.
Ty Simpson of Alabama is projected as the next quarterback and could land with the Pittsburgh Steelers at No. 21.