Raiders Draft Mendoza, NFL Bet Big on Young Arms

Raiders Draft Mendoza, NFL Bet Big on Young Arms

Author: The Daily News Now! April 24, 2026 Duration: 1:29

Las Vegas Raiders select Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick in the NFL draft, marking his journey from a two-star recruit to Heisman winner and national champion. Mendozas impressive college stats include over seventy percent completion, thirty-five hundred yards, forty-one touchdowns, and just six interceptions. The Jets choose David Bailey at number two, while Arizona picks Jeremiyah Love third. Mendoza, Bailey, and Tate (selected by Tennessee) are all excited to learn from veteran players. The Giants add edge rusher Arvell Reese at five. The Raiders, aiming to end their twenty-four-year playoff drought, plan to gradually integrate Mendoza into their team.

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