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Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza is already pushing the Raiders' scheme into evaluation mode during offseason work.
Raiders offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko said rookie QB Fernando Mendoza's questions about the offense have prompted the team to re-examine its entire scheme. Mendoza, 22 and in his first year, is paired with veteran Kirk Cousins (37, 15 years experience), who has worked under both Janocko and head coach Klint Kubiak previously in Minnesota.
The comment came during the offseason period—OTAs and minicamp—before the 2026 season begins. Whether Mendoza's inquiries signal depth-chart movement or simply reflect a rookie's learning process remains unclear from the input.
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