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Fernando Mendoza might sit behind veteran Kirk Cousins early in the season, but it shouldn't be long before the 2025 Heisman Trophy winner takes over as the Raiders' starter. Mendoza completed 72.0% of his passes last season, averaged 9.3 yards per pass attempt, and threw for 41 touchdowns in 16 games while leading Indiana to an undefeated season and the National Championship.
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Mendoza's elite college production and arm talent support early-season upside despite Kirk Cousins.
The 2025 Heisman Trophy winner and No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick will likely sit behind Kirk Cousins early in the season but should take over as the Raiders' starter soon. Mendoza completed 72.0% of passes, averaged 9.3 yards per pass attempt, and threw 41 touchdowns in 16 games while leading Indiana to an undefeated season and National Championship. He possesses NFL-caliber arm talent and terrific ball placement; functional mobility probably won't translate to rushing value at the NFL level, though he could score a few rushing touchdowns yearly. Comp: Matt Ryan. While Year 1 fantasy impact may be limited given the Raiders' lack of pass-catching firepower beyond Brock Bowers, a fantasy-relevant rookie season cannot be ruled out.
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