Watch: Las Vegas Raiders should not draft Fernando Mendoza -- Dan Patrick | Dan Patrick Show

Originally posted on NBC Sports | Last updated Jan 23, 2026 12:08 PM ET

Dan Patrick lays down why the Las Vegas Raiders should not draft Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall and should trade down instead because they do not have a team ready for a high-draft pick at quarterback.

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