The Action Network Sports Betting Podcast on Fernando Mendoza

Podcast2026 NFL Worst To FirstAugust 28, 2026

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So number one pick quarterbacks have been rough as rookies. If you look back since 2015... Those 10 guys have averaged 3.4 wins as a rookie.

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Historical rookie QB trends suggest a slow start for Mendoza

Historical data for number one overall pick quarterbacks since 2015 shows they average only 3.4 wins as rookies, with a maximum of six wins. While there is optimism for Mendoza, the team context is poor, and history suggests a slow start or a jump in performance only in later seasons.

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Mendoza's solid debut sets up Cousins-Mendoza depth chart intrigue.

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Mendoza showed poise in first action, led no-huddle drive to red zone in blowout.

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Mendoza's solid NFL debut sets up interesting Cousins-Mendoza dynamic.

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Fernando MendozaNeutralRole

No. 1 pick Mendoza remains benched despite Raiders' QB uncertainty.

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Fernando Mendoza valued at 0 in rest-of-season trade rankings.

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Fernando MendozaPositiveDepth Chart

The Raiders are not expected to make a switch to Fernando Mendoza any time soon, per @DanGrazianoESPN “The Raiders threw Fernando Mendoza in at the...

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