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Beginning your tenure as the Raiders' QB1 against the Seattle Seahawks's 'Dark Side' defense, which isn't even three weeks removed from forcing three-time Super Bowl MVP Mahomes to endure the worst start of his NFL career? Good luck, pal.

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Mendoza's first start comes against elite Seahawks defense.

Beginning his tenure as the Raiders' QB1 against the Seattle Seahawks' 'Dark Side' defense, which isn't even three weeks removed from forcing three-time Super Bowl MVP Mahomes to endure the worst start of his NFL career, presents a daunting challenge for the rookie.