Fernando Mendoza reflects on learning experience in preseason debut

Fernando Mendoza made his NFL preseason debut with the Raiders against the Texans on Thursday night. He threw an interception on his third pass, which was returned for an 80-yard touchdown by Houston's Wade Woodaz. Mendoza completed 8 of 15 passes for 86 yards, acknowledging that the game highlighted the steep learning curve he faces as a rookie. He stated that one mistake can lead to significant consequences, emphasizing the need for further development before taking on a starting role in regular-season games.

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