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Mendoza to Raiders is Obvious, But Here's Another Likely Guaranteed Draft Move

Mendoza to Raiders is Obvious, But Here's Another Likely Guaranteed Draft Move

Summary

The 2026 NFL draft will take place from April 23 to 25 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is expected that Fernando Mendoza will be picked first overall by the Las Vegas Raiders, and another likely first-round pick is edge-rusher Arvell Reese by the New York Jets.

Key Facts

  • The 2026 NFL draft is scheduled for April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
  • Fernando Mendoza is widely expected to be the first overall pick by the Las Vegas Raiders.
  • NFL analyst Chad Reuter predicts four trades during the first round of the draft.
  • Reuter also predicts that the New York Jets will pick Ohio State edge-rusher Arvell Reese.
  • The Jets have a team need for a strong edge-rusher, making Reese a logical choice.
  • Reese is projected to be the second overall pick in the draft.
  • The comparison was made to a previous draft choice by the Jacksonville Jaguars selecting Travon Walker first overall.
  • These picks are seen as likely guaranteed moves by experts before the draft begins.
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