From Coral Gables to the NFL, Fernando Mendoza goes No. 1 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 draft after a historic season at Indiana.

The NFL Draft can make or break the future of your favorite team. So, with that in mind, let's get ready for the 2026 edition.

If you made a bet that that the Raiders would make Fernando Mendoza the first overall pick in the 2026 draft at -20000 odds, go get your pennies. The Raiders, as expected, have made the former Indiana quarterback the top pick.

All Mendoza did was lead the Hoosiers to an undefeated regular season, a victory over the reigning national champions in Ohio State in the Big Ten championship game, and wins over

The Raiders made it official Thursday night at the NFL draft, taking former Indiana star QB Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick.

Despite the Raiders being set to make Fernando Mendoza their selection at the top of the draft, reports say they would prefer he not start right away.

Projected No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza says Tom Brady shared advice during his Raiders visit, promising to mentor whichever quarterback Las Vegas drafts.

He’s expected to fly into Henderson in the morning and spend his first of many days at team headquarters as an official member of the Raiders.