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Watch Fernando Mendoza’s Mom Elsa Give a Tear-Jerking Speech After Son Was Drafted No. 1

His grandparents also recorded a special congratulatory video for their grandson.

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The City of Pittsburgh Was the True Star of the NFL Draft

Steel City provided a memorable draft experience full of picturesque views and big crowds eager to take in one of the most unique experiences in sports.

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What Every Rookie QB's Situation Looks Like After the NFL Draft

Breaking down the situation for all 10 quarterbacks taken in the 2026 NFL draft.

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Next QBs Up: The College Signal Callers Who Will Replace the 10 Taken in 2026 NFL Draft

With Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson and eight others off to the pros, here are the quarterbacks who are projected to step into their shoes on campus this fall.

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2026 NFL Draft Grades: Analysis of Every Team’s Picks

A closer look at which teams drafted best and which teams still have work to do this offseason.

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Five Most Notable Quarterbacks Still Available on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Does your favorite team still need to draft a quarterback? Here are the best remaining options.

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NFL Draft 2026 Day 2 Winners and Losers: Cardinals Confound With Carson Beck Pick

Arizona opted to take the Miami quarterback over a number of other positions of need. Plus, the Jets might’ve gotten the steal of the draft.

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How Much Money Will Every First-Round Pick Make As a Rookie?

There are a wide range of salaries for first-round picks.

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SI:AM | Sean McVay Didn’t Seem Thrilled With Rams’ Ty Simpson Pick

The coach’s body language said it all after his team selected a backup quarterback in the top half of the first round.

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The Eagles Trolled Pittsburgh So Hard After Stealing Its Draft Pick at the Last Second

The Eagles swooped in and took USC wide receiver Makai Lemon while the Steelers were on the phone with him.

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Makai Lemon Shocks NFL Draft 2026 as Eagles-Cowboys Trade Sparks Outrage and Questions

Eagles trade with Cowboys to draft Makai Lemon in NFL Draft 2026, sparking debate, outrage and major questions over draft strategy

International Business Times UK

Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza with first pick of NFL Draft

Quarterback set to learn from idol Tom Brady

Evening Standard

SI’s 2026 NFL Mock Draft for Rounds 2 and 3

Predicting Friday night’s 68 picks, with T.J. Parker, Zion Young, Denzel Boston and several quarterbacks still available.

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What the NFL Draft Says About College Football: The SEC Is No Longer King

For the first time in years, no players from the SEC were selected in the top-five of the draft

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NFL draft 2026: Mendoza goes No 1 as Rams surprise with move for QB Ty Simpson at No 13

The story of the first round of the 2026 NFL draft surrounded a quarterback but it wasn’t No 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza

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Ty Simpson Will Put Sean McVay’s Reputation As a QB Whisperer to the Test

The Rams opted for a Matthew Stafford successor over a player who can help win this year. It sets up a fascinating experiment.

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Three Standout Moments From Indiana's Spring Game: The Josh Hoover Era Begins With Baby Steps

Here’s what you need to know as the Hoosiers begin their title defense.

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Which School Had the Most Players Taken Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft?

A familiar program dominated the first round of the 2026 NFL draft.

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2026 NFL Draft First-Round Grades for All 32 Picks

Matt Verderame breaks down every selection on Day 1, analyzing which picks were hits and which ones were misses.

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In Omar Cooper Jr., the Jets Are Getting the Guy Responsible for the Best Catch in College Football

A look back at the best catch of Omar Cooper Jr.’s career. He may never top it.

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Dan Orlovsky Did the Most Cringeworthy Thing After Ty Simpson Got Drafted by Rams

Orlovsky had previously called Simpson the QB1 ahead of Fernando Mendoza entering the 2026 NFL draft.

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Rams Explain Decision to Select QB Ty Simpson With No. 13 Pick

Ty Simpson shared his reaction to landing with the Rams.

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What Fernando Mendoza Posted to LinkedIn After Being Drafted By Raiders

He even starred in a LinkedIn commercial on Thursday night.

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Why Fernando Mendoza’s Dad Stayed Sitting—As He Always Does—After Raiders Drafted Son No. 1

Congratulations to the Mendozas.

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Malik Nabers’s Reaction to Cardinals Drafting RB Jeremiyah Love Said It All

The Giants star wideout seemed to be displeased with how the early first round of the draft shook out.

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