- Raiders rookie Fernando Mendoza has looked unusually polished in preseason — sharp reads and pro-level throws make a strong case he should be on the field sooner than being hidden behind Kirk Cousins.
- Rams backup battle (Stetson Bennett vs. Ty Simpson) is wide open: Bennett brings a more Stafford-like, aggressive downfield game, while Simpson is cleaner and higher-percentage — the winner will reveal how L.A. would operate if Stafford misses time.
- Hot take: Jordan Love’s MVP odds look too low — he flashed a step-up in Denver and could be a major factor in shootouts this season.
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