As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman Trophy winner and national champion with Indiana, is the projected first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders. The draft will occur in Pittsburgh, where 257 players will be selected over three days, with the Raiders picking first due to their poor 2025 record. This year’s draft class is considered weak for quarterbacks, making Mendoza the standout choice. Other notable players include defensive prospects and a few international athletes aiming for selection.
