Fernando Mendoza: Raiders' New Star QB

0:00On April 24, the Las Vegas Raiders just snagged Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the number one overall pick in the 2026 NFL. Draft. This guy is a phenomenal first player since Joe Burrow in 2020 to go top pick right after a national championship and Highsment trophy win. He swept major awards like the Maxwell, Walter Camp, David O'Brien, and Manning, while leading the country with 41 passing touchdowns in two, 180 points responsible for. Earlier this offseason, Mendoza transferred from Cal to Indiana and lit it up, hitting over 90% completion in key power for games with. Four touchdown passes each time. His 10.8% touchdown rate top the FBS. He orchestrated clutch drives like that 80 yard march against Penn State to stay undefeated, then crushed top teams including Ohio State. Alabama, Oregon, and Miami for the Hoosier's first national title. Fans and scouts are buzzing because Mendoza is a perfect fit for new head coach, Clint

1:03Kubiex, quit pass, play action attack. His elite accuracy, touch, and back shoulder throws shine there, plus he's tough as nails in big moments. The Raiders eased rookie pressure by signing Kurt Cousins in free agency, letting Mendoza learn behind a vet. General manager John Spitex says the best man starts, leaving the door open, but Cousins likely kicks off the season. Mendoza is already adapting from college run pass options, training with ex-9ers coach Brian Grease pre-draft. With four straight losing seasons behind them, the Raiders bet on this proven winners' precision and charisma to spark a fresh era in Vegas. Watch this. Kid elevate the squad fast. Hope ball news, powered by AI. This is NFL News Today.