Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza forecasted to have efficient rookie season
Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders' rookie quarterback, is forecasted to have an efficient rookie season, with projected stats of 66.1% pass completion, 2,512 yards, and a 16-7 touchdown-to-interception ratio. Mendoza will likely see significant playing time behind veteran Kirk Cousins.
Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders' rookie quarterback, is expected to have a successful first season. According to Sports Illustrated's Eva Geitheim, Mendoza projects to complete 66.1% of his passes for 2,512 yards and a 16-7 touchdown-to-interception ratio. The Raiders plan to start Kirk Cousins initially, but Mendoza will likely see significant playing time. In 2025, Mendoza was efficient at Indiana, completing 72% of his passes with a 41-6 TD-INT ratio. If given the starting role early, Mendoza has the potential to exceed the projected numbers. Mendoza's performance in 2025 showed he was ready for the NFL, with his ability to move the chains and make throws in all phases of the field.
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