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Fernando Mendoza throws TD on his second possession

The Las Vegas Raiders' preseason debut has fans buzzing about the team's top draft pick.

By · Published August 14, 2026  07:27 UTC · Updated August 16, 2026  14:32 UTC

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Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick, made his preseason debut with the Las Vegas Raiders, throwing a touchdown pass on his second possession. The Raiders lost to the Arizona Cardinals 27-14, but Mendoza completed passes for 97 yards in four drives.

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The Las Vegas Raiders' preseason debut has fans buzzing about the team's top draft pick. Fernando Mendoza, the Raiders' first-round selection, threw a touchdown pass on his second possession in the game against the Arizona Cardinals. The game was a preseason matchup, with the Cardinals ultimately winning 27-14.

Mendoza completed his touchdown pass in the first quarter, contributing to a strong start by the Raiders' offense. He threw for 97 yards in four drives, according to ESPN. The Raiders' offense showed promise, with rookies shining in the game.

The team's performance in the preseason will be closely watched as the regular season approaches. The Raiders' preseason debut has fans buzzing about the team's top draft pick.

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Who is Fernando Mendoza?

Fernando Mendoza is the Las Vegas Raiders' first-round draft pick.

What was the final score of the Raiders' preseason game against the Cardinals?

The Arizona Cardinals won the game 27-14.

How did Fernando Mendoza perform in his preseason debut?

Mendoza threw a touchdown pass on his second possession and completed 97 yards in four drives.

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