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ArticleBreaking down Fernando Mendoza’s preseason debut for Las Vegas Raiders against...August 18, 2026

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he has an opportunity to hit Deven Thompkins on an in route against a corner with outside leverage

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Thompkins targeted multiple times in Mendoza's debut; showed route creation.

Thompkins was targeted multiple times in Mendoza's preseason debut, including on an in-route against a corner with outside leverage where Mendoza hesitated and scrambled, and on a third-down angle route from the slot where he created separation but the throw was turned down due to tight coverage.

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Thompkins ran slot routes with open windows but Mendoza hesitated on both opportunities.

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Deven ThompkinsPositiveProjection

Thompkins' versatility, quickness, and power fit Commanders' defensive scheme; 6 tackles, 2 sacks vs. Kentucky.

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Deven ThompkinsNeutralRole

Thompkins excelled in preseason returns but landed on practice squad; expect regular-season call-ups.

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Deven ThompkinsNeutralRole

Thompkins' preseason return dominance (28.3 KR avg) positions him as likely practice squad call-up.

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Thompkins on bubble for Raiders roster; special teams play a factor.

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Deven ThompkinsPositiveRole

Thompkins' 30-yard return average opens special teams roster path.

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