Before the lights go up at the 2026 NFL Draft, Fernando Mendoza’s absence has already become part of the story — with the projected No. 1 pick choosing a family-centered moment instead of the stage in Pittsburgh.
With Kirk Cousins' arrival just before the likely selection of Fernando Mendoza in the NFL Draft, Las Vegas Raiders' star Brock Bowers is sending praise to the veteran quarterback.
The Las Vegas Raiders are set to select Fernando Mendoza at No. 1 overall in the upcoming draft, yet they believe Kirk Cousins’ arrival will allow the coaching staff to operate more effectively.
With Kirk Cousins officially signed and Fernando Mendoza visiting the Las Vegas Raiders' facility recently, the "battle" for the starting role has truly begun for the veteran.
Kirk Cousins finalized his move to the Las Vegas Raiders and will be one of the quarterbacks available to Klint Kubiak in the upcoming season.
Fernando Mendoza is projected to be the 1st overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
With the Las Vegas Raiders officially signing veteran Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza has sent the club a clear statement regarding his own competitive mentality—a mindset that likely resonates with co-owner Tom Brady.
The 2026 NFL Combine gives the spotlight to plenty of the up-and-coming prospects that will be going to the draft. However, Fernando Mendoza won't throw during this event.
The Las Vegas Raiders have a prime opportunity to select Fernando Mendoza, but fellow top quarterback prospect Ty Simpson has made a compelling case to the AFC West franchise — one that could tempt the team to choose him in the 2026 NFL Draft instead.
With the rumors that say the Las Vegas Raiders will draft Fernando Mendoza, the quarterback sent a clear message to team co-owner, Tom Brady.
Fernando Mendoza is almost guaranteed to be the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and with the Las Vegas Raiders holding that pick, the quarterback reminded them that on Draft day, all cards are up for grabs.
Amid rumors that the Las Vegas Raiders are interested in drafting Fernando Mendoza, the team has made its plans clear to Geno Smith regarding the future of the starting quarterback role.
It's basically a known secret that the Las Vegas Raiders will draft Fernando Mendoza, and new head coach Klint Kubiak has sent a bouquet of praise to the quarterback.
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