What happened: Fernando Mendoza is embracing the responsibility of wearing No. 15 before his first NFL season. The No. 1 overall pick enters camp after completing 72.0% of his passes in 2025.

Why it matters: Mendoza produced 3,535 passing yards with 41 touchdowns and six interceptions during a 16-0 season. That combination of accuracy, production and draft status makes immediate playing time the right standard.