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Raiders' Fernando Mendoza needs to update his LinkedIn page after NFL Draft
TL;DR
Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, needs to update his LinkedIn page to reflect his new status with the Las Vegas Raiders. Unlike many prospects, Mendoza has prioritized his professional networking on LinkedIn throughout his football career.
Key points
- Fernando Mendoza is the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- He will join the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Mendoza prioritizes LinkedIn for professional networking.
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Fernando Mendoza's social media of choice is not the same as other 2026 NFL Draft prospects.
Mendoza is a LinkedIn guy, and now he's set to join the Las Vegas Raiders as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
His LinkedIn page pre-dates his fame.
After all, Mendoza went to the University of California as a business student. He continued to pursue internships even while playing football. He certainly didn't abandon his business degree goals when he transferred to Indiana University.
All throughout, he has kept his LinkedIn page updated.
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He has about 220,000 followers on the platform prior to the draft.
His bio, as of Thursday pre-draft, led off with the words, "NFL Draft Prospect," followed by, "Indiana University Football."
Time for Mendoza to update that.
His story is awesome, especially when you include his academic and professional commitment -- which will be put to the side as he comes to the NFL to be the Raiders' franchise quarterback, but also seems like the kind of thing Mendoza won't permanently leave in the past.
Mendoza still posts frequently on his LinkedIn, including launching a foundation with this post on the morning of the NFL Draft's first round:
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Q&A
Who is Fernando Mendoza and what team did he get drafted by?
Fernando Mendoza is the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, and he was drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders.
What is unique about Fernando Mendoza's use of social media?
Fernando Mendoza prefers LinkedIn over other social media platforms, focusing on professional networking.
Where did Fernando Mendoza play college football?
Fernando Mendoza played college football at the University of California before transferring to Indiana University.
