2026 NFL Mock Draft: Fernando Mendoza goes No. 1 overall, Jeremiyah Love to the Kansas City Chiefs
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Key Points:
- The Las Vegas Raiders select Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza from Indiana with the first overall pick, aiming to replace Geno Smith after a disappointing season under Pete Carroll.
- The Kansas City Chiefs pick explosive Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love at No. 9 overall, preparing for potential departures of Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco in free agency.
- Key defensive selections include Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese at No. 3 by the Arizona Cardinals and Miami edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. at No. 4 by the Tennessee Titans, addressing major defensive needs.
- Wide receiver talent is prioritized by teams like the New York Giants (Carnell Tate, Ohio State, No. 5) and Cleveland Browns (J
