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Mendoza’s Rookie Road Ahead | Las Vegas Raiders News
The Raiders’ top pick, Fernando Mendoza, faces a rocky start as analysts split on his potential—some hail him as a franchise QB, others call him a “guaranteed bust.” Early reports show he’s lagging behind veterans, struggling with accuracy, and still learning the playbook. While he led Indiana to a title, Kirk Cousins is set to start this season, with Mendoza expected to take over next year—if Cousins doesn’t outperform expectations. Complicating matters, Mendoza hasn’t signed his rookie deal yet, tied up over bonus payment terms. Coach Klint Kubiak insists true evaluation comes after…
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