What happened: The No. 1 overall pick completed 10 of 16 passes in his first NFL game action. The appearance followed recent first-team practice reps after he opened camp with the second unit.
Why it matters: The debut provided the first live benchmark for Fernando Mendoza’s transition to the NFL. His draft position keeps his preseason development under close scrutiny.
By the numbers: Mendoza completed 62.5% of his passes, averaging 6.1 yards per attempt and 9.7 yards per completion. He finished with 97 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions.
What to watch: His next preseason appearance will show whether the recent move toward first-team work continues.