Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza gets support from veteran quarterbacks

In the Raiders' quarterback room, rookie Fernando Mendoza is benefitting from the experience of Kirk Cousins and Aidan O'Connell. O'Connell, entering his fourth season, played a crucial role in the team's recent preseason win against Houston, leading late touchdown drives. Mendoza had mixed results in his first-half performance, completing eight of 15 passes for 86 yards but also throwing an interception. Coach Klint Kubiak highlighted O'Connell's valuable contributions and the ongoing need for improvement among the Raiders' receiving corps. As the preseason wraps up, Kubiak emphasized the importance of finding a No. 1 receiver and managing quarterback reps effectively before the season opener against Miami on September 13.

• 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Fernando Mendoza has plenty of experience to rely on in Raiders quarterbacks room