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Mendoza’s Rookie Year in Question | Las Vegas Raiders News
The Las Vegas Raiders just pulled off a blockbuster move by drafting quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft — a phenom from Indiana who led his college team to a national title and dazzled with elite stats: 3,500+ yards, 41 TDs, just 6 INTs, and a stellar 72% completion rate — plus he ran for nearly 300 yards and 7 scores. But here’s the twist: veteran Kirk Cousins is already the starter. Coach Kubiak calls Mendoza “an improving player” but admits he’s still raw, calling rookie camp his “baptism by fire.” Fans are split — some say Mendoza’s ready to go day one…
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