Klint Kubiak Urges Patience With Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza

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Klint Kubiak Urges Patience With Rookie QB Fernando Mendoza

Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is progressing as expected despite the inevitable ups and downs of training camp. "I don't expect him to be perfect right now," Kubiak said, adding that his focus is on how Mendoza leads the offense and responds to adversity as he continues developing behind veteran Kirk Cousins.

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