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Mac Engel: Fernando Mendoza Makes His Feelings About the Raiders Clear
The Raiders added veteran coaches Mike McCoy and Andrew Janocko to mentor top quarterback prospect Fernando Mendoza and support first-time head coach Klint Kubiak.
- Updated February 16, 2026, the Las Vegas Raiders added a veteran coaching duo to support quarterback Fernando Mendoza, with Mike McCoy as assistant head coach and Andrew Janocko as offensive coordinator.
- In Fort Worth, Mendoza accepted the 2025 Davey O'Brien Award after leading Indiana to a 16-0 run and winning the Heisman, highlighting his college success that supports the need for experienced mentors.
- McCoy's résumé includes a 29-46 head-coaching record with one playoff appearance, 23 NFL years, and work with quarterbacks like Philip Rivers, Trevor Lawrence, and Cam Ward.
- Should the Raiders select Mendoza with the first pick, McCoy's presence offers mentorship and support for first-time head coach Klint Kubiak, as observers say it would be a 'huge upset' if Mendoza isn't chosen.
- Kubiak's hire of Andrew Janocko means how much daily, hands-on tutoring Mike McCoy will provide remains unclear, while commentators say it would be a 'huge upset' if the Raiders don't take Mendoza.
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Montana Standard
Mac Engel: Fernando Mendoza makes his feelings about the Raiders clear
FORT WORTH, Texas — The most charming and endearing player in college football, who routinely praises God and boasts an endearing LinkedIn profile, could soon be headed to Sin City, a place that celebrates, “What happens in Vegas, stays in…
Las Vegas Review-Journal
The Union DemocratGraney: Raiders’ hire could go a long way in aiding Mendoza
Mike McCoy was hired as assistant head coach for the Raiders, and his expedience with quarterbacks could help the development of Fernando Mendoza.
Raiders Should Trade No. 1 Pick, Rights To Draft Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza
Everything is setting up for the Las Vegas Raiders to select Fernando Mendoza with the first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Raiders need a quarterback and have an opportunity to select the reigning Heisman Trophy winner. Mendoza wants to play for the franchise, too. However, FOX Sports' Danny Parkins doesn't think it'd be a good idea for the Raiders to draft Mendoza. On Tuesday's "First Things First," Parkins iterated that the Indiana q…
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