Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza got his first real shot at first-team reps during joint practices in Houston, throwing an interception that went for a TD — same fate as Kirk Cousins. Head coach Klint Kubiak won’t name the starter for Thursday’s game but confirmed Mendoza will see plenty of snaps, building on his strong showing last week against Arizona. While offense stumbled, Brock Bowers shined and running backs Ashton Jeanty and Mike Washington flashed potential — especially Washington vs. Houston’s second unit. Defense struggled against the run, though Maxx Crosby pressured and Quay Walker snagged an INT. Injuries sidelined guard Jackson Powers-Johnson (likely out Thursday) and receiver Dont’e Thornton, while rookie CB Jermod McCoy got top-unit reps. It was also a personal moment for Kubiak, with his dad — a former Texans coach — in attendance, and Tom Brady, Raiders part-owner, watching again from the sidelines.
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