"The top of the first-round order is not subject to much in the way of speculation. The Raiders own the No. 1 selection and are widely seen as the landing spot for Fernando Mendoza, the lone quarterback regarded as a first-round lock at this point. How other QB-needy teams positioned throughout the order operate over the coming weeks - knowing there is a lack of high-end prospects this year - will make for an interesting storyline around the league."
"This year's NFL Combine will begin on February 23. Events such as the Senior Bowl have already taken place, leaving the Combine as the next major checkpoint in the evaluation of top prospects. Teams will begin arranging 'Top 30' visits with several players of interest relatively soon during the build-up to the draft. This year's event will take place in Pittsburgh from April 23-25."
Super Bowl LX finalized the full 2026 NFL draft order, with the Las Vegas Raiders holding the No. 1 overall pick. Fernando Mendoza is widely projected as the likely top selection and the only quarterback currently considered a first-round lock. Several teams with quarterback needs will assess limited high-end options and may adjust strategies before April. The NFL Combine begins Feb. 23 and will take place in Pittsburgh from April 23-25, following events like the Senior Bowl. Teams will schedule 'Top 30' visits with prospects as part of pre-draft evaluations. Trades during the offseason could still alter the current order.
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