NFL Fantasy Football Podcast on Fernando Mendoza

PodcastThe NFL Report: Browns Name Deshaun Watson Starting QB and Preseason Game RecapsAugust 25, 2026

From the episode

The performance was not up to standard... He had a difficult time with that. His guys weren't uncovering. And then he had to pick six.

Mentioned at 18:00 – 19:22

STACKED’s take

Negative signalProjection

Mendoza struggles in second preseason outing; unlikely to start Week 1

Bucky Brooks gave Fernando Mendoza a 'C' grade for his second preseason performance, noting he struggled against a better defense, had difficulty with tight-window throws, and threw a pick-six. While he is expected to graduate to the regular season, he is not anticipated to be the immediate starter over Kirk Cousins.