Raiders Select Heisman Winner Fernando Mendoza No. 1 Overall

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick. The Heisman Trophy winner led the Hoosiers to a National Championship, throwing for 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns in 2025. Minority owner Tom Brady welcomed the rookie, who is expected to sign a significant contract. Mendoza is viewed as the centerpiece of the Raiders' future as the team looks to end a 25-year streak of draft failures.