Las Vegas Raiders 2026 draft grades

Apr 24, 2026; Henderson, NV, USA; Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (center) speaks at introductory press conference at Intermountain Health Performance Center flanked by general manager John Spytek (left) and head coach Klint Kubiak after being selected as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The Las Vegas Raiders completed their 2026 NFL draft after a long four-month process.

Finally, the scouting department and front office got their chance to pick the players who could help the team for the future. Of course, it started with the drafting of their franchise quarterback, Fernando Mendoza. He will be the centerpiece of the whole draft for years to come as he attempts to become the next franchise quarterback for the Raiders.

When it comes to the draft, it usually takes three years to judge a draft class. Young players need time to develop, and the first season doesn’t make a breakout prospect. However, with all the picks in, let’s get into the grades for each pick based on value and three-year potential.

Pick 1: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana Grade: A+ Raider Nation is finally going into a season with the feeling of hope. John Spytek and the front office did what most teams do with the number one pick, and that is draft a quarterback. The Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza to become the top signal caller for the franchise.