Fernando Mendoza struggles in preseason game against Texans
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Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Fernando Mendoza had an uneven performance in his preseason outing against the Houston Texans on August 21, completing eight of 15 passes for 86 yards, including a critical interception that led to a pick six. Despite the setback, the Las Vegas Raiders won the game 22-20. Mendoza demonstrated moments of promise, such as a 22-yard completion to Jalen Nailor, but faced challenges against a strong defensive unit. Head coach Klint Kubiak acknowledged Mendoza's need for improvement, indicating that he has lessons to learn before the next game against the San Francisco 49ers.
- •Mendoza completes eight of 15 passes for 86 yards.
- •He throws a pick six that puts Texans up 14-0.
- •Raiders win the preseason game 22-20.
- •Next game is against the San Francisco 49ers.
- •Kubiak emphasizes the need for Mendoza to improve.
- 3:54 AMYahoo Sports — Is it time to panic about Fernando Mendoza after rocky preseason start vs. Texans?
"Fernando Mendoza torched the Houston Texans on a 22-yard connection to Jalen Nailor. The long reception signaled that the Las Vegas Raiders’ first overall pick was ready to deliver another epic NFL Preseason outing. But the mood changed for Mendoza on a brutal pick six , leading Raider fans into discomfort on Thursday. And got them, plus the NFL […] The post Is it time to panic about Fernando Mendoza after rocky preseason start vs. Texans? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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