Raiders Build for Mendoza's Success | Las Vegas News

The Raiders are building a dream foundation for rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick, by surrounding him with elite talent and smart strategy. Veteran Kirk Cousins starts Week 1, giving Mendoza a mentor without the pressure, while record-setting center Tyler Linderbaum anchors a revamped offensive line. Coach Klint Kubiak’s proven scheme and superstar tight end Brock Bowers create a perfect storm for Mendoza’s development — setting the stage for a generational QB to rise. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/656b4600e1a52767