NFL Fans Shift Focus After 2026 Draft: What’s Next for the Offseason?

The 2026 NFL Draft is in the books, and as the offseason officially begins, fans are left searching for the next big thing to hold their attention. After months of Combine, free agency, and draft coverage, the league’s attention now turns to training camp—but not before a brief pause.

On May 2, 2026, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) addressed the media during the team’s Rookie Minicamp at the Intermountain Health Performance Center in Henderson, Nevada. While Mendoza’s comments drew interest, they also sparked speculation about his potential transition to taking snaps from center—a discussion that extended beyond the field.

RJ: This is a tough time of year for NFL fans. The sport dominates our lives, and when there’s no clear focal point—like the draft—it feels like we’re all floating in space. It’s a bit like Michael Jordan hearing Daffy Duck say, “We’re in Looney Tunes land,” where anything can happen because the rules don’t apply. Take Fernando Mendoza, for example. People are already talking about him adjusting to center snaps, and yes, he’s even practicing in his hotel. Buckle up.

Michael: The post-draft lull can be tough to navigate. After the draft, there’s a quiet stretch before training camp, and it’s hard to stay engaged. To fill the gap, I’ve leaned into the WNBA. My daughter was born during Caitlin Clark’s time at the University of Iowa, and as an Iowa alum, it was easy to dive into her WNBA career. Now, we’re huge fans of Clark and the entire league—especially the Minnesota Lynx, since we live in the state. With the WNBA season starting soon, we’ll have plenty of sports to follow alongside the NBA playoffs.

TL;DR: Find another sport to follow, and you won’t regret it!

What’s the biggest story so far in the 2026 NFL offseason?

Michael: That’s a tough one, but it’s hard to ignore the early developments. [Note: The original article cuts off here, so no further details are available.]