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Fernando Mendoza Declines NFL Draft Invite, Manning Tries Convincing

4/24/2026

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Fernando Mendoza declined the invitation to attend the National Football League (NFL) draft ceremony.
Peyton Manning said the league contacted him to persuade Mendoza to attend the draft.
Mendoza later explained his decision on The Rich Eisen Show.
The NFL said it wants players to attend to enhance the televised draft and will cover travel, lodging and appearance fees for participants.

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Fernando Mendoza declined the invitation to attend the National Football League (NFL) draft ceremony.
Peyton Manning said the league contacted him to persuade Mendoza to attend the draft.
Mendoza later explained his decision on The Rich Eisen Show.
The NFL said it wants players to attend to enhance the televised draft and will cover travel, lodging and appearance fees for participants.