Raiders debut Fernando Mendoza against Cardinals in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:21 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders begin their preseason with a matchup against the Arizona Cardinals tonight at 8 p.m. ET. Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, selected first overall after the Raiders finished with the NFL's worst record in 2025, makes his debut. Veteran Kirk Cousins is expected to start the season as the primary quarterback. The Cardinals feature third-round pick Carson Beck, who impressed in prior games. The game is held at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET on August 13.
- •Game location is Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada.
- •Mendoza's debut comes as Las Vegas looks for improvement.
- •Cousins is currently projected to start ahead of Mendoza.
- •Beck aims to build on a successful showing in the Hall of Fame game.
- 10:21 AMYahoo Sports — Raiders vs Cardinals TV channel, live stream for Fernando Mendoza's debut
"Carson Beck and Fernando Mendoza meet once again, this time with different stakes. Here's how to watch the Cardinals-Raiders preseason matchup.
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