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After Title Heroics, Fernando Mendoza Now Viewed as Raiders’ Likely No. 1 Pick

Top Raiders decision-makers watched the Indiana quarterback in Miami, intensifying expectations for the No. 1 pick.

Overview

  • Tom Brady and a sizable Raiders contingent attended the national championship in Miami to evaluate the Indiana quarterback in person.
  • Mendoza punctuated the win with a fourth-and-5 touchdown run in which he shed multiple tackles and dove across the goal line.
  • Reporting via The Sporting News and Yahoo Sports indicates Las Vegas is expected to select Mendoza first overall barring a major surprise.
  • Fan reaction online is already framing Mendoza as a potential savior and future face of the $7.7 billion Raiders franchise.
  • Coverage also notes other teams may inquire about trades up the board, though the prevailing view places Mendoza as Las Vegas’ target at No. 1.