What happened: No. 1 overall pick QB Fernando Mendoza and No. 13 overall pick QB Ty Simpson are the only two first-round selections from the 2026 NFL Draft who remain unsigned. Both quarterbacks have yet to finalize their rookie contracts as the offseason rolls into late June.

Why it matters: First-round rookie deals are slot-determined and rarely contentious, so two unsigned picks this deep into the offseason stands out — and quarterbacks taken this high are expected to compete for early playing time. Getting both signed matters for offseason preparation heading into the 2026 season, where each is counted on to factor into his team's quarterback plans.

What to watch: Watch for whether either deal closes before the start of training camp, the practical deadline that turns a quiet holdout into a missed-reps problem.