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Mendoza Skips White House, Focuses on Raiders Practice.

5/26/2026

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Fernando Mendoza skipped the Indiana White House visit to keep practicing with the Raiders.
He said he was upset about missing practice but stayed focused on his job.
Mendoza attended the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) Rookie Premiere, held May 14–17, which teams must allow under the CBA.
Mendoza expressed optimism about becoming the franchise quarterback after the first organized team activity on May 18.

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Fernando Mendoza skipped the Indiana White House visit to keep practicing with the Raiders.
He said he was upset about missing practice but stayed focused on his job.
Mendoza attended the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) Rookie Premiere, held May 14–17, which teams must allow under the CBA.
Mendoza expressed optimism about becoming the franchise quarterback after the first organized team activity on May 18.