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Mendoza Struggles as Raiders Fall | Odessa News
Raiders fall 18-12 in preseason finale as rookie QB Fernando Mendoza struggles with sacks and an interception, showing he’s got work to do against NFL pressure. Coach Klint Kubiak says rookies need more reps, but limited practice time looms as the regular season nears. Meanwhile, 49ers trot out backups while Raiders give starters some snaps — a strategic contrast. Eddy Piñeiro lights up for SF with six perfect field goals, including long ones late; Matt Gay nails his kicks for Oakland, though misses a 54-yarder. Both teams race to trim rosters to 53 by Sunday, with Kyle Shanahan admitting…
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