Tom Brady Welcomes Fernando Mendoza as No. 1 Pick for Raiders in 2026 NFL Draft
"Time to get to work": Tom Brady drops blunt message for Fernando Mendoza after being drafted by Raiders with No. 1 pick
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The Las Vegas Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner, as the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Tom Brady, a part-owner of the Raiders, congratulated Mendoza and emphasized the importance of hard work as he begins his professional career.
- 01Fernando Mendoza was selected first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- 02Tom Brady sent a motivational message to Mendoza, highlighting the need for hard work and discipline.
- 03Mendoza celebrated the draft day with family and friends in Miami instead of attending the ceremony in Pittsburgh.
- 04He is set to compete for the starting quarterback position with the Raiders.
- 05Brady's career includes seven Super Bowl wins and numerous records, and he now plays a key role in the Raiders' front office.
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The Las Vegas Raiders have selected Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his professional football career. Tom Brady, a part-owner of the Raiders and widely regarded as one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time, welcomed Mendoza with a heartfelt message on social media. He congratulated all the rookies entering the NFL and emphasized that Mendoza's journey is just starting, urging him to elevate his game to compete with the best. Mendoza, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner, chose to celebrate draft day at home in Miami, Florida, with family and friends, rather than attending the ceremony in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He has now updated his LinkedIn profile to reflect his new role as a quarterback in the NFL, with a start date of April 2026.
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