Yahoo Sports NFL on Fernando Mendoza

Mendoza's success depends on ground game execution and play-action effectiveness.

Mendoza, the Raiders' prized No. 1 overall pick, is positioned as a key component in Klint Kubiak's offensive system. A consistent and effective ground game is instrumental in the play-action concepts Kubiak plans to deploy with Mendoza, requiring the ability to run the ball for yards and aggressively sell a run to freeze defenders, facilitating intermediate and deep shots downfield via the air attack. The offense requires all components — offensive line, quarterback, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends — to work in unison, with running backs playing critical roles as blockers, outlet targets, or receiving options in play-action situations.

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