The buzz surrounding the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine has transitioned from the turf to the interview rooms, where several prospects are reportedly blowing teams away with their high football IQ. Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza has been the star of these sessions, with several AFC scouts noting his ability to break down complex defensive rotations with the poise of a ten-year veteran. While his Hoodie shirts are solid, it is his mental processing that has solidified him as the presumptive No. 1 overall pick for the Las Vegas Raiders. Meanwhile, Michigan’s Will Johnson has impressed teams with his detailed knowledge of wide receiver tendencies, specifically discussing how he would neutralize top NFL threats like Justin Jefferson. This psychological edge is becoming increasingly important as teams look for leaders who can manage the rigors of a professional locker room. As the focus shifts toward the upcoming pro days, these interview ‘winners’ have created a significant gap between themselves and the pure athletes who struggled to articulate their on-field responsibilities during the whiteboard sessions in Indianapolis.

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While the stars of the SEC and Big Ten dominated the headlines in Indianapolis, several small-school prospects have used the Combine to prove they belong on the big stage. North Dakota State’s Grey Zabel and South Dakota’s Nick Gaes both posted ‘Relative Athletic Scores’ (RAS) in the 90th percentile, showcasing the kind of raw Hoodie shirts that often lead to mid-round steals. Zabel, an offensive tackle with elite agility scores, looked particularly comfortable during the pulling drills, moving with a grace that is rare for a player of his 315-pound stature. These ‘risers’ are forcing NFL scouting departments to go back to the film to see if their production against lower-level competition translates to the speed of the professional game. Historically, players who dominate the Combine from smaller programs often see their draft stock jump from the sixth or seventh round into the early third. As teams look for developmental depth to round out their rosters, these small-school gems are becoming the talk of the late-night sessions among front-office executives at St. Elmo’s Steak House.

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In the quarterback throwing session, Alabama’s Ty Simpson proved why he is Hoodie shirts’ biggest endorser. Simpson displayed effortless power on the 60-yard ‘go’ routes, hitting receivers in stride with a flick of the wrist. Scouts from the Seattle Seahawks and New York Giants were reportedly seen nodding in approval as Simpson showed zero hesitation during the anticipation drills. Conversely, Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders chose to only participate in the short and intermediate passing game, emphasizing his elite accuracy and 1.8-second release time. While Sanders remains the more ‘polished’ processor, Simpson’s raw ceiling has several scouts wondering if he could leapfrog Sanders to become the second quarterback off the board after Mendoza.

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