Fernando Mendoza - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

NFL Catchup: Simpson Stars, Mendoza Struggles, Seahawks Extend Star & Gabriel Shows Out

Here are the headlines you need to know from Thursday around the NFL.

1 HOUR AGO • FOX SPORTS

NFL Catchup: Simpson Stars, Mendoza Struggles, Seahawks Extend Star & Gabriel Shows Out

Deadspin | NFL preseason roundup: Fernando Mendoza underwhelms in Raiders' loss Deadspin | NFL preseason roundup: Fernando Mendoza underwhelms in Raiders' loss

2 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Still in QB competition Mendoza remains in the mix for the Raiders' starting quarterback job along with veteran Kirk Cousins, Vinny Bonsignore of the California Post reports.

Impact The first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, Mendoza opened training camp as the No. 2 QB and has remained there through the preseason, but he has earned some reps with the first-team offense along the way in both practices and exhibitions. He wrapped up his three preseason contests having completed 25 of 45 passes for 240 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions. Until coach Klint Kubiak makes a decision, ther potential exists for Mendoza to be under center for Las Vegas in Week 1 versus the Dolphins

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

"This is not Indiana anymore," "He's a bust": NFL fans mock Fernando Mendoza for throwing "awful" INT & getting sacked multiple times vs. 49ers Fernando Mendoza got to suit up for the Las Vegas Raiders during their final preseason game on Thursday. However, his performance left fans underwhelmed.

4 HOURS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

A rough night for Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza in 18-12 preseason loss to the 49ers

Las Vegas rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza saw what it was like Thursday night to face a strong NFL pass rush even against a San Francisco defense comprised of reserves

4 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Fernando Mendoza shaky in preseason finale: Instant analysis, grade Fernando Mendoza finished off his preseason with an outing against the 49ers. Here's how the Raiders QB fared in relief of Kirk Cousins.

4 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Keion White Sacks Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza San Francisco 49ers DL Keion White takes down Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza for a sack in Preseason Week 3.

6 HOURS AGO • 49ERS.COM

Tatum Bethune Intercepts Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza San Francisco 49ers LB Tatum Bethune picks off Las Vegas Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza's pass in Preseason Week 3.

6 HOURS AGO • 49ERS.COM

49ers vs. Raiders box score: Live match and player stats for the NFL preseason Fernando Mendoza will get his final taste of the NFL preseason on Thursday night as he and the Las Vegas Raiders play host to the San Franci...

7 HOURS AGO • FANSIDED.COM

OBJ’s Giants comeback, Raiders still don’t have a QB1, Will Jayden Daniels bounce back? | FTF

10 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Raiders vs 49ers live updates: Time, TV channel, how to watch NFL preseason game Fernando Mendoza gets his final preseason bite at the NFL apple on Thursday night. Follow for the latest Raiders-49ers news, updates and mor...

10 HOURS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Former Hoosiers lean on each other as they push through the training camp grind Fernando Mendoza, E.J. Williams Jr. and Roman Hemby reunited in Las Vegas after playing pivotal roles in their school's first national champ...

1 DAY AGO • RAIDERS.COM

Kubiak: Raiders will decide when to start Mendoza based on his play and not the offense as a whole

The Las Vegas Raiders face challenges with an unproven offensive line and no standout wide receiver

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Training Camp Notebook 8/25: Raiders close out camp on a strong note Young players such as Darien Porter, Fernando Mendoza and Malik Benson continue improving ahead of a vital preseason finale.

2 DAYS AGO • RAIDERS.COM

Fernando Mendoza path to Week 1 Raiders starting job still open Maybe it’s coach speak. Maybe Klint Kubiak is using the Raiders’ unsettled quarterback situation to send a message throughout the locker roo...

2 DAYS AGO • NYPOST.COM

Raiders' Fernando Mendoza is silencing doubters with one crucial improvement Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza had questions about throwing over the middle of the field, but he has answered those during t...

2 DAYS AGO • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

NFL Rookie Report: Raiders must stay patient with Fernando Mendoza, ex-Michigan stars impress It is make-or-break time for a large portion of NFL rosters as we enter the final week of preseason action before cutdown day on August 30....

2 DAYS AGO • NFLMOCKS.COM

Raiders rookie stock report after second preseason game against the Texans Las Vegas Raiders rookie stock report after their second preseason game against the Houston Texans. See how Fernando Mendoza, Jermod McCoy a...

3 DAYS AGO • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Troy Aikman's effusive Fernando Mendoza praise should hype Raiders fans up After getting a close look at rookie Fernando Mendoza, Troy Aikman made it clear that he likes what he's seeing from the Las Vegas Raiders'...

3 DAYS AGO • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

Ashton Jeanty's injury may have residual effect for Raiders' Fernando Mendoza As clarity on Ashton Jeanty's ankle injury looms, the timeline for the Las Vegas Raiders to turn to Fernando Mendoza in the 2026 NFL season...

3 DAYS AGO • JUSTBLOGBABY.COM

QB Notebook: Fernando Mendoza Is The Raiders' Best QB; What To Make Of Bennett vs. Simpson

Fernando Mendoza looks like the Raiders' best quarterback, while the Rams have two strong options to be Matthew Stafford's backup.

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

QB Notebook: Fernando Mendoza Is The Raiders' Best QB; What To Make Of Bennett vs. Simpson

Ashton Jeanty injury scare leaves Fernando Mendoza, Raiders fearing worst-case scenario Ashton Jeanty went down witn an injury in practice, raising alarms for Fernando Mendoza and the Las Vegas Raiders as the 2026 NFL season is...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Raiders' Fernando Mendoza gets bad news as Kirk Cousins gears up for the start | Sporting News Fernando Mendoza has landed on the naughty list.

4 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

NFL Rookie QB Grades: Fernando Mendoza earns B- after tough Raiders test Fernando Mendoza had a tough time during his second preseason game on Thursday night. However, his overall showing demonstrated that the top...

4 DAYS AGO • NFLMOCKS.COM

Raiders' focus on Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins is hiding a bigger problem | Sporting News The Las Vegas Raiders need to push past Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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NFL Catchup: Simpson Stars, Mendoza Struggles, Seahawks Extend Star & Gabriel Shows Out

A rough night for Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza in 18-12 preseason loss to the 49ers

OBJ’s Giants comeback, Raiders still don’t have a QB1, Will Jayden Daniels bounce back? | FTF

Kubiak: Raiders will decide when to start Mendoza based on his play and not the offense as a whole

QB Notebook: Fernando Mendoza Is The Raiders' Best QB; What To Make Of Bennett vs. Simpson