Raiders' Klint Kubiak Weighs in on First Training Camp for Fernando Mendoza
Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders are training their new quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, who was the first pick in the NFL draft and a top college player. Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said Mendoza is learning quickly but still has challenges to face as a rookie. Mendoza has played in two preseason games with mixed results as he adjusts to the NFL.Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza was chosen first overall in the recent NFL Draft by the Las Vegas Raiders.
- Mendoza won the Heisman Trophy and led Indiana to a National Championship in college football.
- Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said Mendoza’s training camp is a “baptism by fire” and he is improving.
- Mendoza completed 10 of 16 passes for 97 yards and one touchdown in his first preseason game, which the Raiders lost.
- In his second preseason game, Mendoza threw an interception returned for a touchdown and was sacked for a big loss, but the Raiders won.
- Minority Raiders owner Tom Brady supported Mendoza’s selection.
- Kirk Cousins is currently expected to start as quarterback for the Raiders in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins.
- Mendoza might get a chance to start later in the season, possibly around the halfway point.
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