Raiders face pressure to adjust Fernando Mendoza plan as season unfolds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to stick with their development plan for rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza while veteran Kirk Cousins starts in Week 1. If the Raiders struggle early in the season, public pressure may mount to insert Mendoza into the lineup. Historically, teams have rushed quarterbacks, leading to mixed results. Cousins has a strong relationship with head coach Klint Kubiak, who may need to navigate ongoing team dynamics and expectations as the Raiders aim to improve from last season's 3-14 record.
- •Kirk Cousins is set as the Week 1 starter.
- •The Raiders aim to develop Mendoza behind the scenes.
- •Pressure to play Mendoza may increase if the team loses.
- •Last season, the Raiders finished with a 3-14 record.
- •Coaching dynamics may influence decision-making this season.
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