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ArticleFernando Mendoza is listed as QB2 in first Raiders' depth chartAugust 11, 2026

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Fernando Mendoza is listed as the backup to Kirk Cousins at the quarterback position. The Raiders seem to be intent on starting the season with Cousins under center, and to not having a true competition between Cousins and Mendoza.

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Mendoza listed as QB2 behind Cousins; no early-season competition expected.

Listed as QB2 behind Kirk Cousins on the first 2026 Raiders depth chart; the source notes the Raiders are intent on starting the season with Cousins under center and not having a true competition between Cousins and Mendoza, an approach that cuts against the modern trend of getting highly-drafted quarterbacks ready and putting them on the field for reps.