Buckeye Long Shot: Considering Mendoza's odds to be selected No. 1 are so incredibly short, it seems unlikely that another player will end up hearing his name called first. With that in mind, the name closest to Mendoza's on the board is Ohio State's Arvell Reese at +8000. Schwartz noted that Reese is a "physical freak" whose on-the-field profile is similar to Micah Parsons. FOX Sports Lead College Football Analyst Joel Klatt echoed Schwartz's sentiment. "Reese has reminded me of star edge rusher Micah Parsons since the fall," Klatt noted. "He’s an excellent pass rusher, whether he’s rushing from the interior or edge. He’s got bend, athleticism and explosiveness." In 2024 and 2025, Reese racked up 52 solo tackles and assisted on 60. While he's a long shot in this spot, Reese does have the shortest odds to be the No. 2 draft pick.

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