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Mendoza throws pick-six, struggles in second preseason game in Raiders' win over Texans

Fernando Mendoza struggled in his second preseason game, throwing an interception that Houston returned for a touchdown before the Las Vegas Raiders rallied late for a 22-20 victory over the Texans on Thursday night. Mendoza played the first half and went 8 of 15 for 86 yards. The late preseason game Thursday night between the 49ers and Chargers saw starting quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Justin Herbert each play one series for their respective teams. Purdy went 4 of 6 for 29 yards, and Herbert went 1 of 2 for nine.

August 21, 2026 at 12:39a.m. EDT

Jason Kelce on Fernando Mendoza's rookie year, Chargers-49ers expectations

Jason Kelce joins the NFL Countdown crew to discuss how the Las Vegas Raiders are handling No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza’s rookie season with Kirk Cousins as QB1, before breaking down what to expect from the Chargers, 49ers and Chiefs.

August 20, 2026 at 10:38p.m. EDT

Fernando Mendoza throws an 80-yard pick-six as Texans go up 14-0

Fernando Mendoza throws an 80-yard pick-six as Texans go up 14-0.

August 20, 2026 at 10:23p.m. EDT

Streveler on Burrow: 'When he's healthy, he could be the number one guy in the league'

Aaron Korolnek, Dave Feschuk and Dave Naylor are joined by former NFL and CFL quarterback Chris Streveler to discuss the expectations for Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals this season.

August 20, 2026 at 6:58p.m. EDT

Players pulled from fight-filled Giants-Dolphins practice on Thursday

Multiple players from Thursday's joint practice between the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants were pulled for throwing punches or their physical actions during a fight-filled workout. Dolphins offensive tackle Austin Jackson and Giants right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor were among those to be taken off the field, as well as quarterback Jameis Winston who was also removed for a couple plays after being in the middle of a scrum. Following a fight at the Cowboys and Saints' joint practice on Tuesday the NFL fined both teams $500,000.

August 20, 2026 at 6:55p.m. EDT

Jason McCourty believes a 'test' is in store for the Raiders' QB1 spot

Jason McCourty joins The Rich Eisen Show to discuss Raiders vs. Texans storylines.

August 20, 2026 at 3:46p.m. EDT

Rapoport tells McAfee about the 'renewed focus' he has noticed with the Lions

NFL Insider Ian Rapoport tells Pat McAfee about the 'renewed focus' he has noticed with the Detroit Lions this offseason.

August 20, 2026 at 3:33p.m. EDT

Burrow creating culture of urgency in Cincinnati: 'I'm tired of saying next year, next year'

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow says there's a lot of urgency in training camp this year after three consecutive seasons outside of the playoff picture, and believes Cincinnati's investments on defence will pay off. Burrow says he's trying to manifest a championship mindset and is treating this year like it's now or never.

August 20, 2026 at 3:02p.m. EDT

Keenan Allen to McAfee: Signing with Colts an 'easy decision'

Keenan Allen tells Pat McAfee why signing with Colts was an 'easy decision' for him.

August 20, 2026 at 1:33p.m. EDT

Vikings' O'Connell heaps praise on Ravens S Hamilton: 'I think the absolute world of him'

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell praises the Ravens for bringing their best as the two teams hold joint practices together in Minnesota as they gear up for the season. O'Connell compliments Kyle Hamilton for being a phenomenal player and human, and admits that he has thought 'what if' the Vikings drafted the safety in 2022.

August 20, 2026 at 1:29p.m. EDT

Jordan Rodgers adamant Shedeur Sanders should be starting in preseason for Browns

Jordan Rodgers says he believes Shedeur Sanders should be starting in the preseason for Cleveland Browns.

August 20, 2026 at 12:22p.m. EDT

Vita Vea excited for future with Buccaneers: 'We have something special here'

Two-time Pro Bowl DT Vita Vea and the Buccaneers agreed to a one-year fully guaranteed extension worth $30 million on Wednesday. Vea spoke about his excitement to stick around in Tampa Bay for another season, the plan for getting back up to speed, and the larger contracts given to defensive tackles this offseason.

August 20, 2026 at 12:08p.m. EDT

Schefter offers insight on the Raiders' plan for Fernando Mendoza this season

On ESPN's First Take, NFL Insider Adam Schefter, Evan Cohen, Jordan Rodgers and Myron Medcalf weigh in on the Las Vegas Raiders' plan for first overall pick Fernando Mendoza this season, and more.

August 20, 2026 at 12:05p.m. EDT

SC Featured: Passing it down

Now in its 30th year, the Manning Passing Academy is a masterclass on the hardest position in sports, run by the family who knows it better than any other.

August 20, 2026 at 11:39a.m. EDT

Get Up crew shares their reactions to the Jalen Hurts-A.J. Brown relationship

The crew of ESPN's 'Get Up' weighs in on the Jalen Hurts-A.J. Brown relationship during their time with the Eagles, and some of the other top storylines in the NFL.

August 20, 2026 at 10:40a.m. EDT

Saints RB Kamara out at least a month; Texans WR Higgins done for season with torn ACL

Saints RB Alvin Kamara is expected to be sidelined for at least the next month due to a sprained MCL, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter; Texans WR Jayden Higgins suffered a torn ACL. The season-ending injury occurred Tuesday during Houston's joint practice with the Raiders; The Seahawks made a veteran addition to their secondary reportedly signing cornerback Trevon Diggs. Elsewhere, the hold-in for Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea ended on Wednesday when the team announced it had agreed to terms on a contract extension with the two-time Pro Bowler.

August 19, 2026 at 10:51p.m. EDT

Why A.J. Brown has not talked to Jalen Hurts at Eagles-Patriots joint practice