Raiders Mendoza; Jets take Bailey; Cardinals add Love
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- Las Vegas Raiders drafted quarterback Fernando Mendoza, a 2025 Indiana standout, to serve as a long‑term solution under new coach Klint Kubiak while veteran Kirk Cousins remains starter.
- New York Jets selected edge defender David Bailey, who led the FBS in sacks (14.5) and pressure (20.4%) in 2025, aiming to revamp a pass rush that allowed 36 TDs last season.
- Arizona Cardinals picked running back Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame, expected to become RB1 for rookie head coach Mike LaFleur and add dynamic playmaking to the offense.
Why it matters: The Raiders secure a potential franchise quarterback, the Jets add a top‑tier pass‑rusher, and the Cardinals lock in a dynamic RB, each move affecting roster budgets by roughly $10‑15 M and shaping offensive schemes for the 2026 season.
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