The Ringer Fantasy Football Show 2026 NFL Draft 101: DK's Top-Five Mock, This Year's Jaxson Dart, Top WRs, and the Four Loko Era
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Jan 30, 2026 They break down why this draft is thin at quarterback but loaded in trenches and edge rushers. A deep look at Fernando Mendoza as the likely top pick and how other QB tiers stack up. Profiles of top non-QBs like Caleb Downs and Arvell Reese. Debate on top receivers after Carnell Tate and nostalgia-fueled drinking stories about the Four Loko era.
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Top-Heavy Draft, Thin At Quarterback
- The 2026 draft is top-heavy and light at quarterback, which shapes perception of the whole class.
- Non-quarterback positions (WR, edge, safeties, trenches) have notable talent despite QB thinness.
Mendoza: Pro Traits + Winning Resume
- Fernando Mendoza is the clear top quarterback and likely No.1 pick because he pairs pro traits with winning performance.
- His polished interviews and pro-style throws make him draft-elevated despite ceiling questions.
High Floor Quarterback Profile
- Mendoza pairs a big, accurate arm and pocket mobility with a very polished public persona.
- That mix gives him a higher draft floor even if he lacks dual-threat explosiveness.