The No. 1 overall pick opened training camp in reserve.
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"I think that [Fernando Mendoza] is going to play earlier then ... people expect."
—@minakimes on when Mendoza might ma Via @ESPNNFL on X
What happened: An ESPN analyst said Fernando Mendoza could make his NFL debut earlier than expected. His role remains unsettled entering the upcoming season.
Why it matters: Mendoza signed a four-year rookie contract worth a fully guaranteed $57.2 million. That investment should not keep waiting once he proves he can operate the offense safely.