Marcus Allen discusses Raiders' quarterback decisions ahead of training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
As the Las Vegas Raiders prepare for training camp, the quarterback position remains uncertain. Head coach Klint Kubiak faces a decision between veteran Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick. Marcus Allen expressed support for Mendoza's development, suggesting that beginning the season on the sidelines might benefit him. Allen emphasized the challenges Mendoza will face in earning the respect of veteran teammates. Meanwhile, Maxx Crosby advised Mendoza to remain genuine as he transitions to the NFL.
- •Marcus Allen weighs in on Raiders' quarterback choice
- •Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza as potential starters
- •Mendoza posted impressive college stats at Indiana
- •Maxx Crosby advises Mendoza on leadership
- •Raiders training camp approaches this summer
- 2:38 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders Get Strong Fernando Mendoza Take From Former NFL Coach
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Marcus Allen Gets Blunt on Raiders, Fernando Mendoza Situation
"The Las Vegas Raiders have a decision on their hands with training camp nearing, and that’s whether the Silver and Black should go with veteran Kirk Cousins or hand the keys to the franchise over to Fernando Mendoza.Having Cousins start the season can allow Las Vegas to bring Mendoza along slowly. Nonetheless, one former NFL […] The post Raiders Get Strong Fernando Mendoza Take From Former NFL Coach appeared first on HEAVY.
"One of the major question marks that the Las Vegas Raiders have as training camp approaches is the quarterback position. Will head coach Klint Kubiak go with the veteran Kirk Cousins or hand the keys to the offense over to the No. 1 overall pick, Fernando Mendoza? Should the Silver and Black go with Cousins, […] The post Marcus Allen Gets Blunt on Raiders, Fernando Mendoza Situation appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 15, 2026, 2:38 AMRaiders Get Strong Fernando Mendoza Take From Former NFL Coach
The Las Vegas Raiders have a decision on their hands with training camp nearing, and that’s whether the Silver and Black should go with veteran Kirk Cousins or hand the keys to the franchise over to Fernando Mendoza.Having Cousins start the season can allow Las Vegas to bring Mendoza along slowly. Nonetheless, one former NFL […] The post Raiders Get Strong Fernando Mendoza Take From Former NFL Coach appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 12, 2026, 5:19 AMMarcus Allen Gets Blunt on Raiders, Fernando Mendoza Situation
One of the major question marks that the Las Vegas Raiders have as training camp approaches is the quarterback position. Will head coach Klint Kubiak go with the veteran Kirk Cousins or hand the keys to the offense over to the No. 1 overall pick, Fernando Mendoza? Should the Silver and Black go with Cousins, […] The post Marcus Allen Gets Blunt on Raiders, Fernando Mendoza Situation appeared first on HEAVY.
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