Elsa Mendoza, mother of Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, is seriously impressed with team minority owner Tom Brady, and she’s super thankful for the relationship he’s built with her son. She told People’s Skyler Caruso that Brady is “everything you would expect and more,” calling him “such a kind person.” It sounds like the GOAT isn’t just a legend on the field; he’s bringing that energy to mentoring the next generation.
Brady Is Breaking Down Walls For The Raiders’ Young QB
You hear “Tom Brady” and probably think “untouchable,” right? All those records, all those rings? But Mendoza’s mom says that couldn’t be further from the truth. She described Brady as incredibly welcoming, always making them feel like the “door’s open.” He’s apparently told Fernando there’s an “open line of communication” anytime he needs help or has questions. What a boost for any young player, especially the top overall pick! Elsa even said Brady extended that same open-door policy to her and the family. “I mean, I could not want a better mentor for my son,” she gushed, praising him as “a kind person, a good person, an excellent football player.” Talk about a ringing endorsement. Getting that kind of support and guidance from a future Hall of Famer? That’s just wild.
The Slow Burn Plan For The Top Overall Pick
Look, the Raiders aren’t throwing Mendoza into the fire just yet. They’ve opted to start the season with Kirk Cousins as their first-team quarterback, giving Mendoza time to learn the offense and adjust to life in the NFL. And honestly, this isn’t exactly new territory. Brady himself sat behind Drew Bledsoe his entire first season in New England before getting his shot in Year 2. The difference? Brady was a sixth-round pick, and Mendoza was the top overall selection in April’s draft. Still, the Raiders were clear they wanted to bring any young QB along slowly. Head coach Klint Kubiak said back in early April, even before Mendoza was drafted, that ideally, “you don’t want [a rookie QB] to start from Day 1.” He prefers them to “learn behind somebody” and “watch how they run the show.” Having a guy like Tom Brady in your corner, offering an “open line of communication,” definitely doesn’t hurt that development plan one bit.
What a foundation Mendoza is building! With Kirk Cousins leading the charge and Brady in his ear, it’ll be fascinating to watch Fernando’s journey unfold. We’ll be keeping a close eye on his progress as the season gets rolling.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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