Raiders’ 2026 draft class positioned for future achievements
Let’s dive into the Raiders’ latest draft class for 2026. Instant Impact Player — Traydan Stokes, S, Arizona State, Round 2, No. 38 The Raiders, like a number of teams, are expected to utilize several three-safety sets. However, they’re a bit short on depth in that position, so Stokes might find his way onto the […]
Tom Flores, a Hall of Famer, endorses Raiders’ top pick Mendoza to wear No. 15.
Mendoza Embraces Legacy in NFL with No. 15 Jersey After the NFL Draft, a significant choice for many rookies is deciding which jersey number to wear at the start of their careers. It’s not always straightforward, especially if someone else already has that number or if it’s retired. Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders’ first […]
Fernando Mendoza’s mother shared an emotional speech after her son was selected first overall by the Raiders in the draft.
Heartfelt Celebration for Fernando Mendoza Elsa Mendoza, the mother of quarterback Fernando Mendoza, delivered an emotional speech at a gathering commemorating her son’s selection by the Raiders as the No. 1 overall pick. In front of family and friends, Elsa shared her pride in both her son’s character and his football achievements. “Your kindness, humility, […]
Jermod McCoy’s concerning yet reasonable drop in the draft concludes with the Raiders picking him in the fourth round.
The NFL Draft involves more than just selecting the best players in terms of talent. If that were the case, Jermod McCoy, a cornerback from Tennessee, would have been picked on Thursday. Instead, he fell all the way to the fourth round, with the Las Vegas Raiders taking him as the 101st overall pick on […]
Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza asserts that the team has the largest Hispanic fanbase.
Fernando Mendoza Claims Raiders Have Largest Hispanic Fan Base Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza, who was selected first overall in the NFL Draft, expressed pride in joining what he described as the “largest Hispanic fan base.” He made this statement during the team’s press conference. “The Raiders have a significant history, particularly among the […]
Fernando Mendoza Thanks God After Being Selected First Overall by Raiders
Former Indiana Hoosiers player, 2026 national champion, and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza didn’t have to wait long to be selected on Thursday night. In Miami, surrounded by friends and family—where he clinched the championship against the Miami Hurricanes—Mendoza heard NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announce his name. After the announcement, Mendoza quickly expressed his gratitude […]
Tom Brady greets Raiders first-round pick Fernando Mendoza online.
NFL Draft Night: Dreams Become Reality For over 20 players, Thursday night was the culmination of lifelong aspirations as names were called at the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl winner and minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, shared some thoughts for the incoming rookies, reflecting on their journeys and […]
Fernando Mendoza, the top selection in the NFL Draft destined for the Raiders, entrusted with restoring a storied franchise to success
NFL Draft Celebration for Fernando Mendoza By early Thursday afternoon, the area surrounding Fernando Mendoza’s home in Coral Gables, Florida, was sealed off, buzzing with excitement as a pig roast—lechon asado—celebrated the occasion. For Cubans like Mendoza, this was a big deal. No, Mendoza didn’t make it to Pittsburgh for the 2026 NFL Draft. But, […]
Tom Brady’s message to Fernando Mendoza before he became the Raiders’ starting quarterback
Tom Brady’s Mentorship Message to Heisman Winner Mendoza Tom Brady has made it clear that he won’t go easy on Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, even if the Raiders pick him first in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. The draft kicks off this Thursday night in Pittsburgh. During an appearance on “The Dan Patrick Show,” […]
Raiders aim high with quarterback, while Rams, Chargers, and 49ers search for talent as well.
PITTSBURGH — On Thursday, the Raiders will chart a new course by selecting Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the NFL Draft. Life offers no guarantees, right? But when it comes to first-round quarterbacks, expectations differ. Mendoza, who won the Heisman Trophy and a national championship at Indiana, carries significant potential. The Raiders, […]