Klint Kubiak Weighs in on Fernando Mendoza as Starter After Raiders’ Win
Summary
Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza started in a preseason game against the Houston Texans but made several mistakes, including an interception returned for a touchdown. After the Raiders won 22-20, head coach Klint Kubiak said Mendoza still has a lot to improve and the quarterback competition is ongoing.Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza is a rookie quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Mendoza started the preseason game against the Houston Texans.
- He threw an interception that was returned 80 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter.
- The Raiders won the game 22-20, with most scoring coming after Mendoza was taken out.
- Head coach Klint Kubiak said Mendoza has many areas to improve but praised the team's effort.
- Backup quarterback Aidan O’Connell played after Mendoza and contributed to the scoring.
- The Raiders are still deciding on their Week 1 starting quarterback, with Kirk Cousins also in the competition.
- The Raiders will next play the San Francisco 49ers in another preseason game, then the Miami Dolphins in their regular-season opener on September 13.
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