The Raiders got the brutal truth they craved in Houston, facing off against one of the NFL’s elite defenses to measure their progress. While the Texans looked like playoff contenders, the Raiders exposed glaring weaknesses—especially on offense, where their line couldn’t hold up under pressure. Quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and rookie Fernando Mendoza struggled under duress, with costly turnovers that highlighted the gap between improvement and readiness. Head coach Klint Kubiak admitted it’s a work in progress, but the tough lesson was clear: this loss wasn’t about winning—it was about growth. For Mendoza, it was a crash course in NFL speed and decision-making. The Raiders didn’t just get tested—they got honest feedback, and it’s exactly what they needed before the season starts.
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