Fernando Mendoza headlines Raiders' schedule release in 'Step Brothers' tribute

TL;DR

The Las Vegas Raiders released their 2026 schedule, featuring quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the top pick in the NFL Draft. The announcement included a tribute to the film 'Step Brothers' with Mendoza and Kirk Cousins.

Key points

Las Vegas Raiders announced 2026 schedule
Fernando Mendoza headlined the announcement
Tribute to the film 'Step Brothers'
Includes matchups against Miami and Kansas City
Mendoza is the top pick in the NFL Draft

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The Las Vegas Raiders announced their 2026 schedule on Thursday, via X. To no surprise, the top pick in this year's NFL Draft, and Raiders' quarterback, Fernando Mendoza headlined the announcement.

The former Indiana Hoosiers' quarterback and 2025 Heisman Trophy winner appears in the video alongside fellow Raiders' quarterback Kirk Cousins. The Raiders' media team gives a not-so-subtle nod to 2018 film, Step Brothers featuring Will Ferrell. From the introduction between quarterbacks, to the locker room interactions; it was an eerily similar and accurate homage to the film.

If you want to catch Mendoza and the Raiders in action this season, here is their 2026 schedule;

Week 1 - 9/13 vs. Miami
Week 2 - 9/20 at Los Angeles (Chargers)
Week 3 - 9/27 at New Orleans
Week 4 - 10/4 vs. Kansas City

Q&A

What is the Las Vegas Raiders' 2026 schedule?

The Raiders' 2026 schedule includes matchups against teams like the Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, and New England Patriots, starting on September 13.

Who is Fernando Mendoza and why is he significant for the Raiders?

Fernando Mendoza is the top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and a former Heisman Trophy winner, making him a key player for the Raiders.

What film did the Raiders' schedule release tribute reference?

The Raiders' schedule release paid homage to the 2018 film 'Step Brothers', featuring a similar introduction and locker room interactions between quarterbacks.