Raiders' No. 1 Pick Mendoza Already Living Up to the Hype
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Depth Chart & Roster📋 Early returns are promising in Las Vegas.
Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, has wasted little time making a favorable impression on the Las Vegas Raiders organization during his first month with the club.
✅ Head coach Klint Kubiak offered a straightforward endorsement of the rookie quarterback, saying Mendoza has been "as advertised" — a signal that the franchise's top investment is meeting expectations out of the gate.
The Raiders selected Mendoza with the top pick, and early indications suggest the transition to the professional level has been smooth for the young signal-caller.
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