Raiders receive clear answer about Fernando Mendoza’s future

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitBraves-Dodgers takeawaysDillon Gabriel shinesNCAAF: Opening week's bestLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory byRaiders receive clear answer about Fernando Mendoza’s futureAn image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Kirk Cousins in a black Raiders uniform with the number 8, preparing to throw a football, Image 2 shows Fernando Mendoza smiling while wearing a black football jersey with the number 15, Image 3 shows Mike Washington Jr. running with the football during a gameVincent BonsignoreFri, August 28, 2026 at 3:37 AM UTC·6 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesSome good, some bad and some ugly in Raiders' final preseason gameNo trips to the end zone for the offense in an 18-12 loss to the 49ers but there were signs of hope.The Sporting TribuneRaiders news: Klint Kubiak gives honest Fernando Mendoza preseason reviewQuarterback Fernando Mendoza and coach Klint Kubiak finished their first preseason with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday. Unfortunately, it ended in a defeat, as they lost to the San Francisco 49ers, 18-12, at Allegiant Stadium. The 49ers, who fielded mostly reserves, made life difficult for the Raiders rookie Mendoza all game with their […] The post Raiders news: Klint Kubiak gives honest Fernando Mendoza preseason review appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsKlint Kubiak still won't name Raiders starting QB but choice is clearThe choice as to who should start at QB in Las Vegas is clear. And it makes the Raiders look that much smarter for how he handled the position.Raiders WireAdvertisementAdvertisementFernando Mendoza Struggles Again in PreseasonThe top pick in the NFL draft is not going to start the season for the Raiders. On Thursday night, Fernando Mendoza showed why that is a good plan.Athlon SportsRaiders RB Mike Washington faces brighter spotlight after Ashton Jeanty injuryLAS VEGAS — The Raiders’ preseason finale against the 49ers on Thursday represents one final opportunity to answer some questions that have followed them throughout training camp. Some involve starting...NY Post SportsFernando Mendoza shaky in preseason finale: Instant analysis, gradeFernando Mendoza finished off his preseason with an outing against the 49ers. Here's how the Raiders QB fared in relief of Kirk Cousins.USA TODAY SportsRaiders news: Check out Fernando Mendoza's final preseason stats after 49ers gameThe first preseason of Fernando Mendoza’s career has come to a close following the Las Vegas Raiders’ clash with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night. Mendoza is preparing for the rookie season of his NFL career with the Raiders. Following an incredible ending to a collegiate career at Indiana, the star quarterback went on to be the top […] The post Raiders news: Check out Fernando Mendoza's final preseason stats after 49ers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsNFL Analyst Drops Bold Fernando Mendoza Advise to Raiders As Kirk Cousins Hold QB1 SpotAll the organizations in the NFL are having a make-or-break time for most of their NFL rosters. As we are approaching the last week of the preseason before cutdown day on August 30, most franchises have to come up with a decision. While most analysts and fans were excited to see Fernando Mendoza as the […] The post NFL Analyst Drops Bold Fernando Mendoza Advise to Raiders As Kirk Cousins Hold QB1 Spot appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.Gridiron HeroicsKirk Cousins Gets Blunt on QB Situation After Raiders Loss to 49ersThe Las Vegas Raiders‘ preseason is now over after falling 18-12 to the San Francisco 49ers on Aug. 27 at Allegiant Stadium. Moreover, in this contest, Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak decided to give the first-team reps against the Niners.Cousins took the field first as he went 8-for-11 on his pass attempts for 51 passing […] The post Kirk Cousins Gets Blunt on QB Situation After Raiders Loss to 49ers appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY‘Go Ahead and Start the Clock’ — Ex-NFL QB Gives Blunt Advice to Raiders About Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins DebateThe Las Vegas Raiders saw a disastrous 2025 campaign and decided to completely flip the script this season. Drafting Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick, they also signed Kirk Cousins as a veteran presence while bringing in Klint Kubiak as the new head coach.Pro Football NetworkRaiders' Kirk Cousins isn't bothered by Klint Kubiak refusing to name starting QBFernando Mendoza concluded his first NFL preseason with another uneven outing and once again did not log a snap with the first-string offensive linemen. All signs point to Kirk Cousins winning the starting quarterback job. Even so, Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak is still not ready to make his decision. If the squad has competitive […] The post Raiders' Kirk Cousins isn't bothered by Klint Kubiak refusing to name starting QB appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsRaiders' Fernando Mendoza sputters in loss to 49ers: TakeawaysIt was an NFL preseason matchup that featured no touchdowns and tons of field goals. Here's how the performance shook out for both sides.USA TODAY SportsRaiders Provide Telling Fernando Mendoza Update Before Week 1When the Las Vegas Raiders selected former Indiana Hoosiers standout quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, many felt that he could be a day one starter.Despite spending the No. 1 pick on a long-term franchise quarterback, the Raiders quickly made it clear that they were not going […] The post Raiders Provide Telling Fernando Mendoza Update Before Week 1 appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaxx Crosby Receives Strong Words After Raiders Lose to 49ersThe Las Vegas Raiders‘ preseason is now over after falling 18-12 to the San Francisco 49ers on Aug. 27 at Allegiant Stadium. Moreover, it was the final reps that Fernando Mendoza received, as the No. 1 pick is likely to be QB2 behind Kirk Cousins to start the 2026 NFL season. Against the Niners’ defense, […] The post Maxx Crosby Receives Strong Words After Raiders Lose to 49ers appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYRaiders, 49ers leave on different paths ahead of NFL season promising twists, turnsLAS VEGAS — And with that, the Raiders and 49ers go their separate ways. They will meet again in Week 9, but they leave the preseason headed toward vastly different...NY Post SportsRaiders get one more opportunity to clean up before regular seasonLAS VEGAS -- It’s officially dress rehearsal day for the Las Vegas Raiders.The Sporting TribuneMalik Benson Needs to Rekindle Connection With Fernando MendozaThe rookie wideout was thriving with Mendoza on the scout team before two drops sparked Kubiak's harshest words yet about the receiver room.Athlon Sports