Instant predictions for Raiders’ 2026 slate
An early look at how the start of the Fernando Mendoza era might unfold.
HENDERSON, NEVADA - APRIL 24: Quarterback Fernando Mendoza (L), selected yesterday by the Las Vegas Raiders as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, looks on as Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak speaks during a news conference at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Health Performance Center on April 24, 2026 in Henderson, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images This offseason has drummed up quite a bit of excitement surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders.
Primarily because it’s about to be a new era in Las Vegas, as the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL draft, Fernando Mendoza, is set to take over as the franchise quarterback. However, there’s no guarantee that Mendoza will be a Week 1 starter, and the Raiders are entering year one of a rebuild.
As a result, our friends at FanDuel Sportsbook have the Silver and Black’s win total set at just 5. 5 games. Now that the NFL schedule has officially been released, let’s make an early prediction on how the season will unfold and see how the Raiders can hit the over.
Week 1: vs. Miami Dolphins Prediction: Win The Dolphins will be one of the favorites to hold the No. 1 pick next spring, as they tore their roster down this offseason to lay the foundation for a rebuild.
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