Las Vegas Raiders
Mendoza celebrates No. 1 pick at home with family, eyes Raiders redemption
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Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, selected No. 1 overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft's first round, skipped the Pittsburgh event to celebrate in Miami with family amid his mother's battle with multiple sclerosis. The Heisman winner, who led the Hoosiers to a perfect 16-0 season and national title, now faces immense pressure to revive a franchise with a history of draft woes.
The New York Jets possess the most draft power heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, according to rankings from CBS Sports. Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders follow closely behind, evaluated on draft capital, front-office aggression and roster urgency. The first round begins April 23 in Pittsburgh.
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One week after signing with the Las Vegas Raiders, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins voiced confidence in competing for the starting role despite the team's plans to select Indiana's Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft. On his first official day, Cousins praised Mendoza after a draft visit and film session together, while new coach Klint Kubiak reiterated his preference for rookies to learn behind veterans.
The Las Vegas Raiders are projected to clinch the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 18. A projection model gives them a 79.20% chance, while the New York Giants sit at 20.74%. The outcome hinges on results from two key games this Sunday.
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The Las Vegas Raiders have placed Pro Bowl tight end Brock Bowers on injured reserve due to a knee injury, ending his second NFL season with two games remaining. Bowers, who has battled the injury since Week 1, will focus on full recovery ahead of 2026. The move comes as the Raiders, with a 2-13 record, prepare for their final games.