First impressions of Fernando Mendoza: From 'I didn't realize how tall he was' to 'he's got a bright future'

First impressions of Fernando Mendoza: From 'I didn't realize how tall he was' to 'he's got a bright future'

We asked coaches and players about their first impressions of the Raiders' rookie and No. 1 pick during OTAs.

Fernando Mendoza Is Already Showing Growth In Las Vegas Raiders’ Offense

Yahoo Sports Fernando Mendoza Is Already Showing Growth In Las Vegas Raiders’ Offense The Las Vegas Raiders do not need Fernando Mendoza to win the starting quarterback job in June. What they do need is exactly what Klint Kubiak is already seeing: progress. The No. 1 overall pick has spent offseason practices adjusting to NFL speed, a new system, new teammates, and the pressure that comes with being drafted to become the face of a franchise. So …

Raiders praise rookie QB Fernando Mendoza's leadership, work ethic in OTAs

Las Vegas’ top draft pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza, has drawn praise from teammates and coaches during the Raiders’ offseason program, according to Raiders coaches and players. Mendoza was the No. 1 selection in the 2026 draft after winning the Heisman Trophy and leading Indiana to its first national championship. Wide receiver Tre Tucker said he […] The post Raiders praise rookie QB Fernando Mendoza’s leadership, work ethic in OTAs appeare…

Raiders Want Kirk Cousins to Make Sure Fernando Mendoza Does Not See the Field, Rapoport Says - Raiders Beat

Just minutes after the Raiders selected Fernando Mendoza with the first-overall pick in the... The post Raiders Want Kirk Cousins to Make Sure Fernando Mendoza Does Not See the Field, Rapoport Says appeared first on Raiders Beat.