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Source: Fox News
Summary
Former Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, revealed that a team executive suggested he get arrested to slide down to their pick. Mendoza declined to reveal which team made the suggestion, and said he was confused but thought it could be a way to slide in the draft. He also mentioned that he is still interviewing with other teams at the NFL combine.
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The game followed a familiar script.
Mendoza’s name is being thrown around, and teams are already trying to get ahead.
No surprise, a team executive wants to manipulate the draft.
This is what happens when you’re the top pick.
The result isn’t surprising by the end.
Teams will stop at nothing to get their guy.
This one felt recognizable early.
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Author: Evan Null
