Three quarterbacks slated for first NFL starts in Week 10

Three quarterbacks slated for first NFL starts in Week 10

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CBS Sports reported that three quarterbacks are set to make their first career NFL starts in Week 10, with rookie Fernando Mendoza slated to start for the Las Vegas Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks. The Raiders announced Mendoza as the starter for the game after trading veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings, a move detailed by USA Today.

Earlier, CBS Sports noted that Mendoza would take over the 4-5 Raiders amid a challenging schedule, and Raiders. com later outlined three key areas—leadership, ball security and composure—that the team said are essential for his debut.

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Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Seattle, Washington, United States Denver, Colorado, United States Cleveland, Ohio, United States Kansas City, Missouri, United States Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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November 13, 2026
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Three quarterbacks set to make first NFL starts this week
Three quarterbacks set to make first NFL starts this week

CBS Sports • 13 Nov 17:30

Fernando Mendoza, Carson Beck and Kyle McCord will each make their first career starts in Week 10, joining a record-tight group of first-time starters this season.

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Raiders outline three keys for rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza's debut
Raiders outline three keys for rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza's debut

Raiders.com • 13 Nov 00:02

The Las Vegas Raiders identified three performance areas—leadership, ball security and composure—that they say are essential for No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza in his first start against Seattle.

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November 12, 2026
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Mendoza set to start for Raiders against Seahawks after Cousins trade
Mendoza set to start for Raiders against Seahawks after Cousins trade

Fox News • 12 Nov 13:01

Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza will make his first regular-season start for the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday versus the Seattle Seahawks, citing mentorship from veteran Kirk Cousins.

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Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza named Raiders starter ahead of Seahawks clash
Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza named Raiders starter ahead of Seahawks clash

NBC Sports • 12 Nov 12:04

First overall pick Fernando Mendoza announced he will start for the Las Vegas Raiders, citing mentorship from Kirk Cousins and confidence in his development.

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November 11, 2026
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Raiders name rookie Fernando Mendoza starter after trading Kirk Cousins
Raiders name rookie Fernando Mendoza starter after trading Kirk Cousins

USA Today • 11 Nov 02:14

The Las Vegas Raiders announced rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza will start the upcoming game following the trade of Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings.

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November 10, 2026
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Raiders name rookie Fernando Mendoza starter for Sunday game against Seahawks
Raiders name rookie Fernando Mendoza starter for Sunday game against Seahawks

Raiders.com • 10 Nov 23:48

The Las Vegas Raiders will start 2026 No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza at quarterback in their upcoming matchup with Seattle.

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Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza takes over a 4-5 Raiders team amid challenging schedule
Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza takes over a 4-5 Raiders team amid challenging schedule

CBS Sports • 10 Nov 22:11

Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 draft pick, will start for the Las Vegas Raiders after a 4-5 start, while historical data shows mixed results for mid-season rookie quarterbacks.

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