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Fernando Mendoza named Raiders' starting quarterback
Raiders.com • • general
Key Points:
- John Spytek praised Mendoza's hard work, growth as a person, teammate, leader, and quarterback, highlighting the difficult decision made regarding him.
- Mendoza was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after a standout 2025 season at Indiana, where he won the Heisman Trophy and national championship.
- During his junior season, Mendoza completed 72% of his passes for 3,535 yards and led the nation with 41 touchdown passes.
- In his single regular-season game against the New England Patriots, Mendoza completed 75% of his passes for 48 yards.
- Klint Kubiak emphasized Mendoza's preparedness and strong work habits, expressing confidence in his readiness to start in the upcoming game.
