Raiders Rally, QBs Shine in Preseason | Las Vegas Raiders News

The Raiders pulled off a jaw-dropping comeback, erasing a 17-point deficit in their second preseason game against the Texans — a gritty win that showcased resilience and rising stars. Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza struggled early, throwing an 80-yard pick-six and showing he’s still adjusting to NFL pressure, while Aidan O’Connell stepped up with clutch throws, proving his critics may have been too quick to judge. Meanwhile, Mike Washington Jr. lit it up again with a 33-yard explosion, hinting at a potential split-back future. Preseason may be early, but these performances signal serious talent emerging — especially at QB and RB — as the Raiders prove they’re building something special. 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/aa04fada4e56180a