Raiders' Mendoza to see more action against Texans; Herbert debuts with Chargers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 5:16 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza is set for more playing time against the Houston Texans on Thursday night in the NFL preseason. Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick, impressed in his debut, completing 10 of 16 passes and throwing a touchdown. The Texans will rest most of their defensive starters, with quarterback C.J. Stroud expected to play a few series behind the first-team offensive line. The Raiders and Texans participated in joint practices leading up to the game, adding context to the matchup.
- •Mendoza throws a touchdown in his preseason debut against the Cardinals.
- •Stroud to play a few series as the Texans rest starters.
- •Raiders will likely play their starters, depending on coach Kubiak's decision.
- •Texans' Jayden Higgins out for the season with an ACL tear.
- •Joint practices provide added preparation for both teams.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — NFL preseason Week 2: Raiders' Fernando Mendoza set for more action; Justin Herbert, Mike McDaniel partnership on display in L.A.
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