Raiders Expected to Draft QB Fernando Mendoza First Overall

The Las Vegas Raiders are widely expected to select Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft. Mendoza, a Heisman Trophy winner, opted out of on-field drills at the NFL combine but is scheduled to throw for scouts at Indiana's pro day on April 1. The Raiders view the young signal-caller as the potential long-term face of their franchise.