Raiders sign No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza to a 4-year, $57.27M contract
Summary
The Las Vegas Raiders signed their top draft pick, quarterback Fernando Mendoza, to a four-year contract worth $57.27 million. Mendoza will compete for playing time against veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins as they prepare for training camp.Key Facts
- Fernando Mendoza was the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s NFL draft.
- He signed a four-year deal with the Raiders for $57.27 million.
- The Raiders have a fifth-year option on Mendoza’s contract.
- Mendoza played third-team offense in recent organized team activities and minicamp.
- Kirk Cousins, a veteran quarterback, is currently the Raiders’ No. 1 quarterback.
- Cousins signed a free-agent deal with $20 million guaranteed.
- Training camp starts soon, and Mendoza is expected to have a bigger role.
- Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby will join rookies at training camp after knee surgery recovery.
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