Episode Details

Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders’ first-round QB draft pick, is diving headfirst into a steep NFL learning curve—no starting job in Week 1, no handouts, just daily coaching and reps behind Kirk Cousins and Aidan O’Connell. Mendoza admits the jump from college to pro football is massive, but he’s already seeing leaps in his footwork and understanding of the West Coast offense, which is worlds apart from his RPO-heavy college system. Cousins, fresh off a strong finish with Atlanta, is set to open the season under center, while Mendoza’s contract—worth over $57 million—still hasn’t been finalized due to Raiders’ unique bonus payment structure, leaving his rookie season’s path uncertain.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/a76a15abfae137f5