Fernando Mendoza takes big step towards being Raiders' starting quarterback

Fernando Mendoza had an opportunity this week, and he took it.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza took a huge step in his NFL development.

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza was given reps with the starters and against Houston’s top defenders during a joint practice with the Texans on Tuesday.

Fernando Mendoza got first-team reps against the Texans' starters, and Kirk Cousins had a strong message for the Raiders' rookie.

The Raiders intend to give Mendoza the keys to the franchise, but it’s Cousins’ assignment to pocket them until the time is right.

The next Fernando Mendoza? Walk-on quarterback Drew Mestemaker has a shot  MARCA

Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza already feeling impact of 'hungry' star as Raiders add new weapon  talkSPORT

August 14, 2026 10:27 AM ET After further evaluation, I like this kid.Following strong play Thursday night in his NFL preseason debut against the Arizona Cardinals, the first thing that Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza did was thank God.“First, I want to thank God and my teammates and coaches for a

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza said he failed to meet his "standard" in his NFL preseason debut, a loss to the Arizona Cardinals.

Fernando Mendoza’s Preseason Debut Showed Exactly What the Raiders Should Want to See  Sports Illustrated

Fernando Mendoza posted a 100.3 quarterback rating in his NFL preseason debut, but coach Klint Kubiak says Kirk Cousins still holds the starting job.

Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza throws for 97 yards in 4 drives  ESPN

Heisman winner finishes 10 of 16 for 97 yards Arizona beat Las Vegas 27-14 on Thursday night Love rushes for 58 yards in Cardinals debut No 1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza threw a touchdown pass in his preseason debut for the Las Vegas Raiders in a 27-14 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday night. The Heisman Tro

Mendoza flashed stellar playmaking ability, but remains the backup to Kirk Cousins

No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza throws TD pass in preseason debut for Raiders in 27-14 loss to Cardinals  Toronto Star

Top overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza threw a touchdown pass in his first Raiders preseason game on Thursday night

Raiders fans were excited to get their first look at Fernando Mendoza.

Watch Raiders' Fernando Mendoza throw first NFL TD pass to Jack Bech  USA Today