Silver And Black Pride on Fernando Mendoza
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The Las Vegas Raiders have named veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins the Week 1 starting quarterback over No. 1 overall pick, Fernando Mendoza... Mendoza must get as many reps as possible... Mendoza must work early and late in the day with quarterback coach Mike Sullivan... This week, ESPN reported Aidan O'Connell could start the season as Cousins' backup, making Mendoza the emergency quarterback to start the season... it will likely be something the team evaluates on a weekly basis and the production and the health of the offensive line will also playa role.
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No. 1 pick benched Week 1; depth chart status uncertain, entry timeline fluid.
No. 1 overall pick benched for Week 1 as the Raiders named Kirk Cousins the starter. Mendoza will begin the season on the bench, with his depth chart status uncertain—ESPN reported he could be the emergency quarterback (No. 3) if Aidan O'Connell is the backup. Coach Klint Kubiak emphasized that Mendoza must get as many reps as possible to prepare for his NFL debut, though this will be difficult during the season as starters get most practice reps. Mendoza will work early and late in the day with quarterback coach Mike Sullivan. The timeline for his entry is fluid and will depend on Cousins' performance and health, the team's record, Mendoza's readiness, and the health of the offensive line; the team will likely evaluate the situation on a weekly basis.
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