Overview
- Mendoza, now in Day 2 of Raiders rookie minicamp, told reporters he is picking up the playbook and aims to be ready for OTAs.
- He said access to team film let him study how Kirk Cousins in Minnesota and Sam Darnold in Seattle executed the scheme at a high level.
- He outlined the move from college shotgun to more snaps under center, stressing drop depth, quick first two steps, and securing the snap.
- Position coaches Mike Sullivan and Andrew Janocko, along with head coach Klint Kubiak, are coaching his footwork and timing in detail.
- Veteran pass rusher Maxx Crosby said he will mentor Mendoza, a show of support that Heavy reported the team hopes translates into the rookie taking command during Crosby’s prime.