Fernando Mendoza Goes Viral For What He Did at Vegas Golden Knights Game
Summary
Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders' top draft pick, took part in a Las Vegas Golden Knights hockey game by activating the siren during the Stanley Cup Final. Mendoza followed in the footsteps of Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins, who had done the same at a previous Golden Knights game. The Golden Knights won their game in double overtime and now lead the series 2-1.Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft by the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy, awarded to the best college football player, last season.
- He led the Indiana Hoosiers to a perfect 16-0 season and their first national title.
- Mendoza threw for 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns with a 72% completion rate in college.
- He activated the siren at the Stanley Cup Final game between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes.
- Kirk Cousins, the Raiders quarterback, had previously activated the siren at a Golden Knights game two playoff rounds ago.
- The Golden Knights won the game in double overtime, taking a 2-1 lead in the series.
- The Raiders are hoping Mendoza can improve their quarterback play and lead them to their first playoff win since 2003.
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