Las Vegas Raiders Tom Brady has begun taking more of a role with the team. He recently sounded off on the Raiders' presumed future quarterback, Fernando Mendoza.

In just a year's time, Fernando Mendoza has drastically elevated his game from being a competent starting quarterback at Cal to being the Heisman Trophy winner and projected top overall pick in the NFL draft at Indiana.

The Las Vegas Raiders have had a difficult time establishing a winning atmosphere since they moved into Allegiant Stadium in 2020. The have the losing winning percentage at home in the NFL in that time span and they they went just 2-7 at Allegiant Stadium in 2025.

The Las Vegas Raiders are in full rebuilding mode. While the offseason is sure to contain many suggestions for the Raiders, some are more realistic than others.

The NFL season continues in Week 17 when the Las Vegas Raiders host the New York Giants on Sunday. Start time, how to watch, stream and NFL TV schedule.