Fernando Mendoza throws first NFL touchdown pass to Jack Bech
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, threw his first professional touchdown during the Raiders' preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals on August 13. Mendoza connected with Jack Bech on a third-and-goal pass from the 6-yard line in the second quarter. The touchdown was made possible by a 53-yard run from rookie Mike Washington Jr. earlier in the drive. Kirk Cousins also had a scoring drive, connecting with Michael Mayer for a 13-yard touchdown. Mendoza completed 5 of 8 passes for 47 yards in this outing.
- •Mendoza's first touchdown occurred in the second quarter.
- •He completed 5 of 8 passes for 47 yards during the game.
- •Cousins had one drive, going 5 of 6 passing for 50 yards.
- •The Raiders scored two touchdowns in the contest.
- 1:09 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Raiders' Fernando Mendoza throw first NFL TD pass to Jack Bech
"Fernando Mendoza threw his first NFL TD during his preseason debut with the Raiders. Here's a look at his second quarter strike to Jack Bech.
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