Las Vegas Raiders sign Fernando Mendoza to rookie contract

The Las Vegas Raiders have signed No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza to a four-year, fully guaranteed contract worth $57.27 million. This announcement comes as the Raiders' rookies and select veterans report to training camp. The Raiders drafted Mendoza, a Heisman Trophy winner, on April 23, which led to speculation about the delay in the signing due to contract details. The team has not publicly announced their plans, but reports suggest they prefer to have veteran Kirk Cousins start throughout the upcoming season, potentially sidelining Mendoza until 2027.

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