Derek Carr hopes Fernando Mendoza breaks all his franchise records
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Derek Carr expressed his hope that Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders' new first-round quarterback, will surpass his franchise records. Carr was attending the American Century Championship in Stateline, Nevada, on July 9 when he made the remark. Mendoza was selected as the number one pick in 2026, marking the highest draft for a Raiders QB since Carr was chosen in 2014. Raider Nation is optimistic Mendoza's background, including a national championship win, will lead to lasting success for the franchise.
- •Derek Carr hopes Fernando Mendoza breaks all his records as Raiders QB
- •Mendoza was the first overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft
- •Carr played nine seasons for the Raiders, achieving two playoff appearances
- •Mendoza won a national championship in 2026 before joining the Raiders
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former Raiders QB Derek Carr hopes Mendoza breaks all his records
"Former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr hopes Fernando Mendoza breaks all his records.
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