Fernando Mendoza takes first-team reps at joint practice with Texans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:21 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza received first-team snaps during the Raiders' joint practice with the Texans on August 18. Head coach Klint Kubiak praised Mendoza's performance against the Texans’ starting defense and stated that the plan was to give him an opportunity to showcase his abilities. Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins expressed his support, indicating he was pleased to share some of the first-team work. Kubiak emphasized the need for Mendoza to gain experience, stating he will have plenty of opportunities in the upcoming preseason games.
- •Mendoza worked with the Raiders' first string offense today.
- •Kubiak plans more reps for Mendoza in upcoming preseason games.
- •Cousins shared first-team responsibilities, expressing confidence in Mendoza.
- •The joint practice took place on August 18 against the Texans.
- 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — Fernando Mendoza gets first-team reps, impresses at joint practice with Texans
"Kirk Cousins has been quarterbacking the Raiders' first string offense throughout training camp, but today rookie Fernando Mendoza got some first-team work at the joint practice with the Texans.
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