Raiders consider future with quarterback Fernando Mendoza in 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders selected quarterback Fernando Mendoza first overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, raising questions about his readiness to start. The team signed Kirk Cousins to allow Mendoza to develop before taking the field. Currently, Mendoza is practicing with the third-team offense, and reports suggest he may see action this season. ESPN's Dan Graziano indicates that performance in training camp could impact when Mendoza plays, suggesting he might start as soon as Week 1 if the team struggles.
- •Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy while at Indiana.
- •Kirk Cousins signed to provide stability at quarterback.
- •Mendoza is currently not the starting quarterback.
- •Training camp performance may influence Mendoza's debut.
- •Raiders could face pressure to start Mendoza sooner than planned.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — The Fernando Mendoza question means everything for Raiders in 2026 NFL season
"Las Vegas still has plenty to figure out at the most important position in sports.
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