How Fernando Mendoza’s Shocking NFL Draft Journey Defied All Odds

How Fernando Mendoza's Shocking NFL Draft Journey Defied All Odds

The challenge of preparing a newcomer to play quarterback also factored into the decision that Zeigler and his assistants made. They preferred to try to mold Mendoza into a defensive end or tight end, both easier positions to learn in a few short weeks.

Between the unwanted position switch, the tough love from his coaches and the lack of familiar faces on the team, Mendoza felt like he didn’t belong.

“He was begging his dad to take him home,” Zeigler said. “He told him, ‘I can’t do this. I don’t want this.’”

Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Post Comment

WIN $500 OF SHOPPING!

    This will close in 0 seconds

      This will close in 0 seconds

      RSS
      Follow by Email