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Raiders Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza to Make First Start vs. Seahawks After Cousins Trade

Raiders Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza to Make First Start vs. Seahawks After Cousins Trade
World Sports · 16:46:23 - Saturday, 14 November 2026

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza will make his first career start against the Seattle Seahawks following the team's trade of veteran Kirk Cousins. Mendoza, selected as the No. 1 overall pick in this year's draft, has spent the season learning under Cousins. The Raiders coaching staff has expressed confidence in Mendoza's readiness for the opportunity.

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