Fernando Mendoza Will Be Fine + De’zhaun Stribling Is Breaking Out for the 49ers
Fernando Mendoza had an ugly pick-six in the Raiders’ latest preseason game, but Matt George and Kayla Anderson explain why the immediate panic surrounding the rookie quarterback is way overblown and why his response to the mistake was actually encouraging. Then they shift to the 49ers, where rookie receiver Stribling continues to impress with his reliability, physicality and early chemistry with Brock Purdy after another strong preseason showing. Plus, they discuss the Raiders’ improving young backfield and some lingering concerns about Las Vegas’ defense.
