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Raiders Tease QB Shakeup After Fernando Mendoza's NFL Debut

Headline from Newsweek, from the development of Aug 14, 2026

Newest development Aug 14, 2026 · 2 reportsFernando Mendoza dives into video study after Raiders' loss in preseason opener

The Las Vegas Raiders are considering giving Fernando Mendoza more reps with the first-team offense this summer.

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

    Headline from East Idaho News ·

  2. Names this update

    Raiders Tease QB Shakeup After Fernando Mendoza's NFL Debut

    Headline from Newsweek ·

  3. Newest

    Fernando Mendoza dives into video study after Raiders' loss in preseason opener

    Headline from 8 News Now Las Vegas ·

1 report not tied to one development ·

Reports & sources

25 articles, oldest first.

  1. Fox News

    Raiders' No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza will get 'plenty of experience' in preseason debut Thursday (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said that Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, will get "plenty of experience" as he's set for first preseason action.

  2. New York Post

    Cardinals vs. Raiders prediction: NFL pre season pick, best bet for Fernando Mendoza debut (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Welcome to the Fernando Mendoza show.

  3. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    5 things to watch in Raiders preseason game vs. Cardinals: Will Mendoza play? (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    The Las Vegas Raiders will take the field against the Arizona Cardinals at 5 p.m., and the debut of No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza is just one of several major storylines.

  4. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Fernando Mendoza throws first TD in Raiders debut with the second team (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    The rookie quarterback and top draft pick capped a nine-play, 79-yard drive Thursday night with a 6-yard scoring pass to wideout Jack Bech against the Arizona Cardinals at Allegiant Stadium

  5. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Raiders drop preseason opener to Cardinals as Fernando Mendoza debuts with TD (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    Mendoza quarterbacked the majority of a 27-14 loss in the preseason opener before a tepid crowd.

  6. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Graney: Fernando Mendoza looks the part in Raiders pro debut (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

    Published

    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    There was some good and bad from Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza in a loss to Arizona, but he settled in and became more comfortbale as game wore on.

  7. Daily Journal

    No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza throws TD pass in preseason debut for Raiders in 27-14 loss to Cardinals (opens Daily Journal)

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    Daily Journal's feed description

    LAS VEGAS (AP) — 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 Trophy winner led one touchdown drive for the Raiders (1-0) in four series — not including a kneel-down a…

  8. The Guardian

    No 1 pick Fernando Mendoza throws for touchdown in Las Vegas Raiders preseason debut (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    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…

  9. New York Post

    Raiders’ preseason opener takeaways: Fernando Mendoza looks ready (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    It was a mixed bag for the Raiders in their 27-14 loss to the Cardinals in Thursday’s preseason opener at Allegiant Stadium. The good: An encouraging NFL debut for Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick in the draft.

  10. Fox News

    Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza thanks God for an NFL debut that compares favorably to 'Mr Brady' (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    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.

  11. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    Graney: Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza is harshest critic in impressive debut (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    Las Vegas Review-Journal's feed description

    Raiders’ rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza looked the part more often than not in his first professional game, but said afterwards he has much room to grow.

  12. UPI

    Raiders' Fernando Mendoza failed to 'meet standard' in preseason debut (opens UPI)

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    UPI's feed description

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

  13. Newsweek

    Fernando Mendoza Reacts to Raiders Preseason Debut: ‘Let My Teammates Down’ (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza gave an honest assessment of his first preseason game for the Las Vegas Raiders.

  14. The Daily Caller

    First Thing Raiders Rookie Fernando Mendoza Does Is Thank God After Strong Play In NFL Debut (opens The Daily Caller)

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    The Daily Caller's feed description

    After further evaluation, I like this kid

  15. Newsweek

    Raiders Tease QB Shakeup After Fernando Mendoza's NFL Debut (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    The Las Vegas Raiders are considering giving Fernando Mendoza more reps with the first-team offense this summer.

  16. New York Post

    Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza gets real on preseason opener: ‘NFL is a different level’ (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza got his first taste of the NFL in Thursday's preseason opening loss to the Arizona Cardinals, admitting the competition was vastly superior than what he's used to.

  17. New York Post

    Raiders coach provides surprising preseason update on Fernando Mendoza (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    Despite Fernando Mendoza being very impressive with the first-team offense in his professional debut, it appears that could be coming to an end sooner rather than later. According to Ryan McFadden of ESPN, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said the team plans to get every quarterback reps wi…

  18. 8 News Now Las Vegas

    Fernando Mendoza dives into video study after Raiders' loss in preseason opener (opens 8 News Now Las Vegas)

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    8 News Now Las Vegas's feed description

    Rather than go out and blow off steam after his first NFL preseason game Thursday night, Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza had something else in mind.

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