Raiders take Fernando Mendoza as franchise quarterback in NFL draft
The Las Vegas Raiders selected Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza as their franchise quarterback with the top overall pick in Thursday night's NFL draft.
Mendoza led Indiana to its first national championship.
He watched the draft with family in Miami instead of attending in Pittsburgh.
The Raiders hope Mendoza will revive a franchise with three Lombardi Trophies but no playoff wins since the 2002 season.
They have signed veteran Kirk Cousins as the likely starting quarterback for now.
The team has invested heavily in strengthening the roster, aiming to support Mendoza and improve their chances of success.
Raiders select Mendoza first in draft
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