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ArticleAshton Jeanty will play, Fernando Mendoza No. 2 Sunday against MiamiSeptember 11, 2026

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rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza will be the No. 2 quarterback behind Kirk Cousins. Veteran Aidan O'Connell will be the No. 3. This is an indication the Raiders feel strongly about where Mendoza is in his development and are confident he can pay if needed.

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Mendoza named No. 2 QB, signaling Raiders' confidence in development

Fernando Mendoza is the No. 2 quarterback behind Kirk Cousins, with veteran Aidan O'Connell as No. 3. The source notes this indicates the Raiders feel strongly about Mendoza's development and are confident he can play if needed, despite recent ESPN reporting that O'Connell could be the backup.