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ArticleFinal Las Vegas Raiders’ 53-man roster prediction ahead of San Francisco 49ers...August 26, 2026

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Fernando Mendoza secures backup QB role on Raiders' 53-man roster.

Confirmed as the backup quarterback on the Raiders' 53-man roster ahead of cutdown day; the team is keeping two quarterbacks to manage roster math and avoid playing time for O'Connell in his contract year.

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Mendoza expected to replace Cousins as Raiders starter.

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Mendoza remains benched behind Cousins despite rookie QB calls after 3-0 start.

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Raiders backup QB learning curve; likely debut week 14 or later.

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Mendoza awaits Raiders' No. 1 pick opportunity as Cousins holds fort.

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Top pick Mendoza likely to start eventually, but not after Cousins' strong game.

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Mendoza expected to start after Week 13 bye; schedule softens in December.

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