Fernando Mendoza’s first NFL start on Sunday against our Seattle Seahawks turned into a real headache for the Raiders, especially when star tight end Brock Bowers went down with an ankle injury in the first half. Talk about a tough welcome to the league for a rookie quarterback.
Bowers, a genuine top target in any offense, was officially ruled out early in the third quarter after that first-half hit. Imagine being Mendoza, stepping onto the big stage for the first time, and one of your biggest weapons is suddenly sidelined. That’s a brutal blow to the Raiders’ game plan and a huge challenge for their young QB trying to find his rhythm.
It was a tough break for the Raiders, losing a key player against our Hawks. It definitely makes you wonder how Mendoza and their offense will adjust after losing a core weapon in his debut on Sunday.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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