Overview
- Reports from May 28 OTAs say Fernando Mendoza has drawn strong internal praise for his work ethic, processing and improvement during under‑center drills.
- Offensive coordinator Andrew Janocko credited Mendoza’s daily grind and quick learning and said the rookie is improving his timing, progressions and classroom work.
- Head coach Klint Kubiak and staff are keeping Kirk Cousins as the current QB1 and say the starter decision will 'reveal itself' through the remaining OTAs, minicamp and training camp.
- Aidan O'Connell has posted standout practice days that boost his trade value and depth importance while Mendoza is working primarily with the third unit in early sessions.
- Minority owner Tom Brady has been a visible resource at OTAs and analysts are already including Mendoza in Offensive Rookie of the Year conversations if he earns meaningful regular‑season snaps.