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The Las Vegas Raiders, who are hoping to see a return to normalcy under head coach Klint Kubiak and a solid development year for first overall pick quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

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Mendoza expected to develop in year one under Kubiak with Raiders.

First overall pick quarterback Fernando Mendoza is expected to see solid development in his first year with the Las Vegas Raiders under head coach Klint Kubiak, as the team hopes to return to normalcy.

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Mendoza (first overall pick) expected to develop under Kubiak.

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Mendoza's uncertain role with Raiders makes him a standard league avoid.

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No. 1 pick Mendoza's early camp presence creating opportunities for receivers like Benson.

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Mendoza's early chemistry with Benson is accelerating the rookie's camp opportunities.

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Mendoza has second-best OROTY odds at +470 per FanDuel.

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Mendoza expected to provide decent QB play for Raiders as No. 1 pick.

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