Fernando Mendoza selected No. 1 by Las Vegas Raiders
by Jesse Garcia | Raiders Correspondent | Thu, Apr 23rd 8:12pm EDT
The Las Vegas Raiders have selected QB Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Fantasy Impact:
Mendoza was the favorite to go first overall in the draft after winning the Heisman Trophy and a National Championship with Indiana. Mendoza had an excellent season to propel him to the top of the draft, throwing for 3,545 yards, 41 touchdowns, and six interceptions. Mendoza will have a few talented play makers with RB Ashton Jeanty and TE Brock Bowers on the roster, but will have to hope that the offensive line performs better than it did in 2025. The Raiders also signed Kirk Cousins, which could give Mendoza a veteran to sit behind early in the season if they Raiders elect not to immediately start the rookie.
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