Top NFL Prospect Fernando Mendoza Talks Draft Mindset, Leadership And Brand

Summary

CNBC's Alex Sherman interviews top NFL prospect Fernando Mendoza about his draft mindset, leadership approach, and personal brand. Mendoza discusses his unconventional draft process, his admiration for Tom Brady, and his philosophy on investing and business.

• Mendoza is the presumed number one overall pick and Heisman Trophy winner.
• He has had limited pre-draft meetings, only one top-30 visit with the Raiders.
• He met Tom Brady, a minority owner of the Raiders, and looks up to him.
• Mendoza emphasizes a chip-on-the-shoulder mentality despite being a top pick.
• He earned a business degree from UC Berkeley's Haas School and is starting an MBA.
• He partners with Boss for suits and plans to wear one at the draft.
• Mendoza prioritizes saving and investing in himself over active market investing.
• He would deploy all his money to a cure for his mother's multiple sclerosis if possible.