Fernando Mendoza, the Las Vegas Raiders’ first overall pick in the NFL Draft, is being considered as a potential starting quarterback next season, depending on his performance. NFL Insider Ian Rapoport suggests that if Mendoza excels early, he could replace Kirk Cousins sooner than expected, echoing past instances where rookies quickly became starters. Mendoza, coming off a stellar season at Indiana with a Heisman Trophy win, aims to replicate his collegiate success in the NFL. Should he emerge as a starter, it would signify that he is living up to expectations for the Raiders.
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