Fernando Mendoza is rising fast ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft—and now he’s being compared to Peyton Manning. Is the hype real or too soon? Watch till the end and decide. Like, share, and follow for more NFL breakdowns.
At its core, the NFL draft is a matchmaking exercise. Teams employ scouts and general managers to determine the who best fits the franchise's current and/or future goals and make moves to secure those players.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrates after defeating Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium on Jan. 19 in Miami Gardens, Fla.Â
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love runs the ball against Syracuse during the first half of a Nov. 22, 2025, game at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind.
Louisville wide receiver Chris Bell celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Miami during the first quarter of an Oct. 17, 2025, game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza celebrates after defeating Miami in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium on Jan. 19 in Miami Gardens, Fla.Â
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love runs the ball against Syracuse during the first half of a Nov. 22, 2025, game at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Ind.
Louisville wide receiver Chris Bell celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Miami during the first quarter of an Oct. 17, 2025, game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.