With Fernando Mendoza, The Raiders Don't Have A Long-Shot Franchise QB

Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza looked sharp in his preseason debut (10-for-16 with a TD), giving Raiders fans a believable reason for optimism.
He’s not anointed starter — Kirk Cousins still holds the job — so the team is taking a patient, developmental approach rather than rushing him in.
Teammates raved about his work ethic and poise, and with Tom Brady involved in the org, there’s renewed buzz about the Raiders’ long-term outlook despite long odds.