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Raiders Training Camp Day 8: Winners & Losers From Practice

Quarterback Fernando Mendoza received more repetitions during the eighth day of Las Vegas Raiders training camp. Coach Klint Kubiak used the session to reiterate his expectations for practice performance. This development follows a period where the team focused on strengths for players like Kirk Cousins and rookie cornerback and Ashton Jeanty, while shifting the offensive line strategy by rotating representatives at one guard position instead of using a consistent five-man group.

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Fernando Mendoza saw an increase in practice repetitions.

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  1. Fernando Mendoza Increases Reps in Raiders Training Camp

    Quarterback Fernando Mendoza received more repetitions during the eighth day of Las Vegas Raiders training camp. Coach Klint Kubiak used the session to reiterate his expectations for practice performance. This development follows a period where the team focused on strengths for players like Kirk Cousins and rookie cornerback and Ashton Jeanty, while shifting the offensive line strategy by rotating representatives at one guard position instead of using a consistent five-man group.

    Why it matters

    The Raiders are evaluating their depth at quarterback and the offensive line during the preseason. Coach Kubiak has previously expressed high confidence in the current roster. These rotations help determine the final starting lineup before the regular season.

    What is confirmed

    • Fernando Mendoza received increased reps during training camp on August 8.
    • Coach Klint Kubiak reiterated his expectations for practice.

    What to watch next

    • Further changes to the first-team offensive line guard rotation
    • Consistency of Mendoza's performance with increased reps
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.raiders.com — Training Camp Notebook 8/8: Fernando Mendoza sees increased reps, Kubiak reiterates expectations for practice
    2. uk.sports.yahoo.com — ‘You’re telling LeBron James’ – Tim Hardaway claims Rich Paul has already made a mistake with 76ers
    3. sports.yahoo.com — Biggest Winners & Losers From Jets' 8/8 Training Camp Scrimmage
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  2. Quarterbacks and Rookie Cornerback Lead Day 8 of Raiders Camp

    Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza showcased their strengths during the eighth day of Las Vegas Raiders training camp. Along with a rookie cornerback and Ashton Jeanty, these players set the tone for the session. Meanwhile, the team began rotating representatives at one of the guard positions on the first-team offensive line, departing from the consistent five-man group used for most of camp. Coach Klint Kubiak expressed confidence in the roster, stating the team does not have any turds.

    Why it matters

    These rotations and individual performances determine the final depth chart before the regular season. The offensive line stability is critical for protecting the quarterback group.

    What is confirmed

    • Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza showcased their strengths during training camp.
    • The first-team offensive line started rotating reps at one of the guard spots on Thursday.
    • Klint Kubiak stated, "We don't have any turds".

    Still unconfirmed

    • Ashton Jeanty and a rookie cornerback set the tone in Raiders training camp.
    • Fernando Mendoza is bouncing back.

    What to watch next

    • Finalization of the first-team guard position
    • Further performance evaluations for Fernando Mendoza
    Sources used for this update (11)
    1. ESPN — 2026 Las Vegas Raiders training camp: Latest intel, updates
    2. NBC Sports — Klint Kubiak: “We don’t have any turds”
    3. Sports Illustrated — Raiders Training Camp Day 8: Winners & Losers From Practice
    4. Las Vegas Raiders — Raiders 2026 Training Camp | Day 6
    5. Yahoo Sports — These Raiders Are Trending Up In First Week Of Camp
    6. Las Vegas Review-Journal — Raiders training camp turns up a notch as Fernando Mendoza bounces back
    7. www.raiders.com — Training Camp Notebook 8/6: Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza showcase their strengths
    8. bearswire-eu.usatoday.com — Highlights from Day 8 of Bears training camp
    9. www.si.com — Winners & Losers From My Time at Jets Training Camp (8/6): Geno Smith Is Hot, Jason Sanders Is Not
    10. sports.yahoo.com — Geno Smith’s red, sun glare-tackling contacts are a sight to see at Jets camp
    11. www.reviewjournal.com — Raiders’ first-team O-line sees change and other observations from practice — PHOTOS
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  3. Raiders Training Camp Day 8: Quarterback Performance and O-Line Shifts

    Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza showcased their strengths during the eighth day of Raiders training camp. While Mendoza is bouncing back, the team also saw activity from Ashton Jeanty and a rookie cornerback. Offensively, the team has begun rotating representatives at one of the guard positions on the first-team offensive line, breaking a trend of using the same five linemen for most of the camp. Klint Kubiak expressed confidence in the roster quality, stating the team does not have any turds.

    Why it matters

    These rotations and individual performances determine the final roster and starting lineup before the regular season. The shift in the offensive line suggests a competition for a starting guard spot. The quarterback battle and rookie integration remain central focuses of the 2026 camp.

    What is confirmed

    • Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza showcased their strengths during training camp on August 6.
    • The Raiders started rotating reps at one of the guard spots on the first-team offensive line on Thursday.
    • Klint Kubiak stated, "We don't have any turds".

    Still unconfirmed

    • Ashton Jeanty and a rookie cornerback set the tone in Raiders training camp.
    • Fernando Mendoza is bouncing back as training camp turns up a notch.

    What to watch next

    • Whether the guard rotation results in a permanent change to the first-team offensive line
    • Further performance evaluations for Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins
    Sources used for this update (11)
    1. ESPN — 2026 Las Vegas Raiders training camp: Latest intel, updates
    2. NBC Sports — Klint Kubiak: “We don’t have any turds”
    3. Sports Illustrated — Raiders Training Camp Day 8: Winners & Losers From Practice
    4. Las Vegas Raiders — Raiders 2026 Training Camp | Day 6
    5. Yahoo Sports — These Raiders Are Trending Up In First Week Of Camp
    6. Las Vegas Review-Journal — Raiders training camp turns up a notch as Fernando Mendoza bounces back
    7. www.raiders.com — Training Camp Notebook 8/6: Kirk Cousins, Fernando Mendoza showcase their strengths
    8. bearswire-eu.usatoday.com — Highlights from Day 8 of Bears training camp
    9. www.si.com — Winners & Losers From My Time at Jets Training Camp (8/6): Geno Smith Is Hot, Jason Sanders Is Not
    10. sports.yahoo.com — Geno Smith’s red, sun glare-tackling contacts are a sight to see at Jets camp
    11. www.reviewjournal.com — Raiders’ first-team O-line sees change and other observations from practice — PHOTOS
    confidence 90%