Yahoo Fantasy Forecast on Fernando Mendoza

PodcastRookie heat check: Are we buying or selling preseason hype?August 21, 2026

From the episode

I think he should. I doubt he will be... there's a chance Fernando Mendoza could matter out, like, by weeks and you're scrambling off the waiver wire.

Mentioned at 58:44 – 61:56

STACKED’s take

Positive signalRole

Mendoza should be the starter and could be a useful superflex asset by mid-season.

Matt Harmon and Hayden Winks believe Mendoza should be the Week 1 starter. While they expect Kirk Cousins to hold the job initially, they anticipate Mendoza taking over by October or November. Mendoza is noted for his mobility and ability to execute layered throws, making him a potential waiver wire add or superflex consideration.