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Mendoza's Raiders Debut: Week 3 or 1?
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- May 21, 2026
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- 93
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Summary
Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders new quarterback, is expected to start in Week three against the New Orleans Saints, according to CBS Sports analyst Garrett Podell. This decision has sparked debate, as some believe Mendoza should start right away, while others think he should learn behind Kirk Cousins for the entire year. The Dolphins, who the Raiders play in Week one, are considered a soft landing for a rookie. However, the Raiders have a tough schedule after Week three, which may not give Cousins enough time to prove himself. If Mendoza starts, it should be for the long haul, unless an injury or poor performance occurs. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5c21d73b426849cf