‘Kirk [Cousins] for Sure Outshined Me’ — Fernando Mendoza Opens Up on Raiders’ Viral ‘Step Brothers’ Schedule Video
How did rookie QB Fernando Mendoza experience making the Raiders' schedule video with Kirk Cousins? Find out more about it here.
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‘Should Be Day 1 Starter’ — NFL World Reacts As Fernando Mendoza Makes ‘Strong Impression’ on Raiders’ Coaching Staff
Fernando Mendoza has made a strong impression on Raiders coaches, and it has sparked calls for the No. 1 pick to start over Kirk Cousins.
Curt Cignetti Q&A: Indiana Hoosiers Coach Looks Ahead to 2026 Season
[Editor's note: This article is from Athlon Sports' 2026 College Football Preview magazine. Order your copy online today, or grab an issue at newsstands and retailers nationwide.] Curt Cignetti has “spring anxiety” every year — even this year, after guiding Indiana to its first national ...
Raiders HC Klint Kubiak’s 2-word Fernando Mendoza truth bomb will fire up fans
The Las Vegas Raiders were the worst team in the NFL a season ago, but there is a completely different feel about them heading into 2026. Klint Kubiak is bringing fresh ideas in on offense, and No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza has injected some life into the fanbase. Mendoza finally got to don the […] The post Raiders HC Klint Kubiak’s 2-word Fernando Mendoza truth bomb will fire up fans appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Rival coach reveals why Indiana may struggle in title defense
Indiana had a phenomenal 2025 season, culminating in a national championship and the Heisman Trophy for Fernando Mendoza. But many are skeptical of the Hoosiers’ ability to repeat as the 2026 season looms. Athlon Sports spoke with several Big Ten coaches anonymously to get their thoughts on the reigning national champions. Out of the three […] The post Rival coach reveals why Indiana may struggle in title defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.
CJ Carr 'more talented' than Fernando Mendoza as Notre Dame urged to take advantage
CJ Carr is currently preparing for his second season under center for Notre Dame following an outstanding rookie campaign in 2025, and the Fighting Irish have now been told how best to utilize him
Fernando Mendoza Is Already Forcing Raiders To Consider Making Changes – The Spun
Fernando Mendoza Is Already Forcing Raiders To Consider Making Changes The Spun
Historically brutal Ashton Jeanty stat hints at Year 2 breakout, with a catch
The Las Vegas Raiders look like one of the most improved teams in the NFL after the offseason. Las Vegas added core players in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by QB Fernando Mendoza. As a result, one second-year Raiders star could be in for a breakout season later this fall. ESPN’s Ben Solak previewed a […] The post Historically brutal Ashton Jeanty stat hints at Year 2 breakout, with a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fernando Mendoza Void Shrinks as Curt Cignetti Builds More Talented Indiana Squad
Cignetti’s deeper Indiana roster and Josh Hoover at QB reduce the impact of Mendoza’s exit as recruiting lifts overall team talent.
Fernando Mendoza turns heads after going the extra mile for a fan
By most accounts, Fernando Mendoza is a good guy. He proved that again with a simple gesture that one fan will not forget for the rest of his life. During the NFLPA Rookie Premiere, the Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback, wearing his No. 15 Raiders jersey, threw a ball to a fan, who failed to … The post Fernando Mendoza turns heads after going the extra mile for a fan appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Raiders fans will absolutely love Fernando Mendoza’s kind gesture
Fans won’t see Fernando Mendoza line up under the primetime NFL lights this season. But fans got to see a softer side of the incoming NFL and Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Saturday. Mendoza threw the football and played catch with one fan during the league’s NFLPA Rookie Premiere event in Los Angeles. The fan […] The post Raiders fans will absolutely love Fernando Mendoza’s kind gesture appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Top 10 Best NFL Schedule Release Videos of 2026 Ft. Raiders
The Raiders NFL schedule release video featured Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza.
NFL VP Mike North shares simple explanation for teams without primetime games
What do the New York Jets, Arizona Cardinals, Tennessee Titans, Miami Dolphins, and Las Vegas Raiders have in common? They’re the five NFL teams that don’t currently have a primetime game in the 2026 NFL season. That’s the luck of the draw, or misfortune as it were, as NFL scheduling is very much a merit-based…
49ers and 5 other teams that got completely screwed by NFL schedule release
The NFL masterfully creates the illusion that there is no true offseason, and somehow, it continues to generate hype for the product during what is supposed to be the “down period.” Every event on the calendar feels like a spectacle. The annual NFL schedule release perfectly illustrates the league’s shrewd business acumen. This warranted praise […] The post 49ers and 5 other teams that got completely screwed by NFL schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Charles Woodson’s Son Makes Major Football Decision
The son of Las Vegas Raiders legend Charles Woodson has made a big decision regarding his football career. The post Charles Woodson’s Son Makes Major Football Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
Raiders’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule
As the Las Vegas Raiders enter their 2026 season, new head coach Klint Kubiak will be looking to lay the foundation of the franchise. It would take quite the turnaround for the Raiders to be considered true playoff contenders. Instead, Las Vegas wants to see the develop of quarterback Fernando Mendoza and the offense overall. […] The post Raiders’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fernando Mendoza's Brother Expected to Replace Award-Winning QB
While Fernando Mendoza begins his NFL career with the Las Vegas Raiders, his brother, Alberto, is also stepping into a new chapter. After spending the past two seasons as a backup for the Indiana Hoosiers, Alberto entered the transfer portal. He landed with Georgia Tech and was one of 20 players ...
Fernando Mendoza stars in Las Vegas Raiders schedule release clip for hilarious Step Brothers skit
THE Las Vegas Raiders have given rookie Fernando Mendoza his first leading role of the season – announcing their NFL schedule. The No. 1 overall pick joined fellow quarterback Kirk…
Raiders No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza hilariously recreates iconic movie with quarterback rival Kirk Cousins
Mendoza, the first-overall pick in this year's draft, is the new man on campus for the Raiders this year. Meanwhile, the veteran Cousins made his move from Atlanta to Vegas in the offseason.
Raiders game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release
The Las Vegas Raiders suffered through a miserable season in 2025, but it paid off with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft. Now, the Raiders are entering a new era after taking Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick and hiring Klint Kubiak as their new head coach to replace Pete […] The post Raiders game-by-game predictions after 2026 NFL Schedule release appeared first on ClutchPoints.
2026 Schedule Release: 7 Questions That Could Be Answered
Now that the 2026 NFL schedule has been released, fans of every team are poring over their favorite franchises' prospects when things kick off in about four months. Every team has questions to answer — some far more than most — and though the schedule doesn't account for radical variance in roster ...
Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins recreate ‘Step Brothers’ scenes
The Las Vegas Raiders have two of the NFL’s most unique personalities in their quarterback room, and they jumped at the opportunity to showcase them in the annual schedule release video. Rookie Fernando Mendoza and veteran Kirk Cousins paid homage to “Step Brothers,” doing their best to mirror the child-like enthusiasm that Will Ferrell and […] The post Raiders’ Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins recreate ‘Step Brothers’ scenes appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins parody ‘Step Brothers’ in Raiders’ hilarious schedule release video
Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins just became best friends.
Raiders fans have to wait until 2027 to see Fernando Mendoza in primetime
The Las Vegas Raiders are receiving a taste of the potential Fernando Mendoza possesses. Including reports of the Raiders rookie quarterback already delivering a beautiful spin of the football. That leaves Raider fans convinced Mendoza is ready for primetime ahead of the 2026 season. Except fans of the Silver and Black will need to likely […] The post Raiders fans have to wait until 2027 to see Fernando Mendoza in primetime appeared first on ClutchPoints.