Raiders' Preseason Opener Yields Promising Signs Amidst Disappointing Loss In a highly anticipated preseason opener against the Arizona Cardinals, the Las Vegas Raiders' performance was a mixed bag, resulting in a 27-14 loss at Allegiant Stadium. Despite the disappointing outcome, the team showed glimmers of hope, particularly in the debut of Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick in the draft, who showcased his skills on the field. Second-year wide receiver Jack Bech also turned heads, catching crucial third-down passes, including a notable three receptions in a single outing. As the Raiders look to rebuild and improve their roster, these promising signs may offer a glimpse into the team's future potential.


It was a mixed bag for the Raiders in their 27-14 loss to the Cardinals in Thursday’s preseason opener at Allegiant Stadium. The good: An encouraging NFL debut for Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick in the draft. A productive night for second-year wide receiver Jack Bech, who caught three passes on third downs, including...