Raiders owner divulges Fernando Mendoza starter decision-making process

Raiders owner Mark Davis expressed admiration for rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza's competitive nature and eagerness to learn during a Tuesday interview with The Post at the NFL owners meetings. Despite the high expectations for the first overall draft pick, Davis stated he will not interfere with the team's depth chart decisions, leaving the timing of Mendoza's transition from backup to starter over Kirk Cousins to the football operations staff.

Mendoza, who made his professional debut against the New England Patriots, currently serves as a learning opportunity under the veteran Cousins, whom Davis praised as a fantastic resource. The franchise also benefits from the minority ownership of Tom Brady, while Davis noted that Mendoza's ultimate success depends on his on-field performance.

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