about 1 month ago

Mel Kiper’s First 2026 Board Starts With Fernando Mendoza

Mel Kiper released his first 2026 mock after the CFP, projecting Fernando Mendoza first overall. His top 10 also included Arvell Reese (LB, OSU), Francis Mauigoa (OT, Miami), David Bailey (OLB, TTU), Carnell Tate (WR, OSU), Spencer Fano (OT, Utah), Rueben Bain Jr. (DE, Miami), Jordyn Tyson (WR, ASU), Jeremiyah Love (RB, ND), and Caleb Downs (S, OSU).