Overview
- Former Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold publicly praised Klint Kubiak’s calm leadership and said Kubiak is confident in rookie Fernando Mendoza.
- The Raiders continue a staged development plan that has Kirk Cousins handling first‑team reps and Mendoza eased in behind the second and third units.
- Coaches have reiterated that any change at starter will be decided in pads‑on training camp and preseason live reps, not during OTAs or minicamp.
- Keeping three quarterbacks on the roster preserves game‑ready depth and creates trade flexibility as Aidan O’Connell’s strong practice work raises his roster value.
- The hires of veteran coaches and added offensive‑line support aim to smooth Mendoza’s transition, and the next clear signals will arrive from live practices and preseason games.