Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson, More Debut Full NFL Uniforms in NFLPA Rookie Premiere Video

Several NFL rookies were in full uniform for the first time as part of the 2026 NFLPA Rookie Premiere event on Saturday.

The group was headlined by reigning college football national champion and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza on the heels of the quarterback going first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL draft:

Other big-name rookies on hand included Los Angeles Rams quarterback Ty Simpson, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Carnell Tate, New York Giants linebacker Arvell Reese and Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs.