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Fernando Mendoza NFL debut: Raiders rookie QB gets first taste of pro action

The rookie completed 6 of 8 passes for 48 yards after entering late in a blowout, giving Las Vegas its first look at the 2026 top pick.

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The Heisman Trophy winner saw his first NFL regular season action on Sunday against the Patriots.

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How Fernando Mendoza Fared in His NFL Debut Against Patriots

Raiders coach Klint Kubiak put Mendoza in the game late in the second half.

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Fernando Mendoza NFL debut: Raiders rookie QB gets first taste of pro action

The Heisman Trophy winner saw his first NFL regular season action on Sunday against the Patriots.

·Charlotte, United States
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Watch Fernando Mendoza Make NFL Debut for Raiders as Kirk Cousins Benched vs. Patriots

The top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft made his debut on Sunday.

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Fernando Mendoza makes NFL debut as Raiders routed by Patriots

Fernando Mendoza has served as Kirk Cousins’ backup, and the No. 1 overall draft pick was called upon late in the game as the Raiders were routed in New England.

·Las Vegas, United States
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Will Fernando Mendoza Play Today? Is the Wait Over Yet For Raiders' Top Pick?

Will Fernando Mendoza play against the Patriots today? Here's why the Raiders' No. 1 draft pick is still waiting.

·Las Vegas, United States
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Heavy broke the news in Las Vegas, United States on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
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