Raiders sign No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza to four-year, $57.27M deal

HENDERSON, Nev. — Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the top overall pick in this year's draft, signed a four-year, $57.27 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday. The Raiders hold a fifth-year option. Mendoza was the last of the Raiders' 10 draft picks to sign. “I’m excited to get this thing signed," Mendoza said on the team's social media post. "I’m excited to be a part of the silver and black. Can’t wait.” He ran the third-team offence in organized team activities and minicamp, but is expected to take on a larger role in training camp, which begins Wednesday. Veteran...