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Fernando Mendoza, the number one overall pick of the Las Vegas Raiders successfully completed minicamp...I think Kubiak took the job to get work with Kurt with Fernando Mendoza for a reason...you drafted Fernando Mendoza number one, I think he's ready to go.
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Mendoza positioned as day-one starter candidate; recent rookie QB trends support immediate playing time.

Mendoza has impressed during offseason programs and is being positioned as a day-one starter candidate for the Raiders. Mark Ross argues that Kubiak took the Raiders job specifically to work with Mendoza and that recent rookie QB development trends (Caleb Williams, Jaden Daniels, Drake May, Bo Nix, Cam Ward, Jackson Dart, Tyler Shook all playing immediately) support getting him on the field early despite Kubiak's stated preference not to start a rookie. Mendoza is learning to operate under center and consulting with Tom Brady on leadership and preparation.

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