Raiders Rookie QB Shines in Preseason | Las Vegas Raiders News

The Raiders pulled off their first preseason win against the Texans, 22-20, but with starters—including their QB—sitting out, rookie No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza got a full half to shine. He went 8-for-15 for 86 yards, threw an interception, and took a sack. Despite the mixed performance, head coach isn’t rushing to name a Week One starter, citing joint practices as the real prep. Mendoza embraced the role, knowing he’d play key snaps. Analysts weigh in, suggesting a cautious start might be best for his long-term growth. The win’s a boost, but the QB battle remains a story to watch as the regular season looms. 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/483d283ca9fb371f