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Attyla wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 4:31 am My money says he comes out.

But, ego will not be the reason

Ocoordinator wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 6:01 am Agree. Mendoza is not a Carson Beck situation. Beck stayed because his stock plummeted and by most accounts was a good decision. It’s possible he’s entered the first round discussion again for next year even.
I don’t see how Mendoza can raise his stock more by staying.
Nobody knows with certainty who will be the next Mahomes - or on the flip side the next Zach Wilson. But to even have a shot at landing one, you have to take a shot, and I’m not talking about a Cam Miller.
We have to take a chance on one that has true potential. Niner’s pulled one from their ass with Purdy, and even tho he’s better than anyone on our roster, he’s just meh to me.

Dr Death wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 4:20 am That's the thing with being a young 20's guy..... you're never going to be old... that's waaayyyy in the future. Except, it's not.

Ego will be replaced with reality sooner than they think. Reality would dictate staying in school and collecting several million $$$ that makes sure you are covered financially through your life. Yea, there is much more money to be made in the NFL, but nothing in life is guaranteed. Staying in school and coming out a multi millionaire is close... IMO.

The old addage... "youth is wasted on the young" sure rings true.

Raiderman4 wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 3:13 pm Carroll's probably happy, it's obvious he hates JPJ

rcraider wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 2:30 am What is the whole point of being the top pick ? it's to get paid, or that's what it was in the old days. Mendoza will make upwards of 2.6 million this year and still rising, he is already set for life money wise, if he stays in school his NIL deals next year will probably double or triple which will possibly be more than what he will make his rookie year in the NFL. Asinine would be entering the NFL and having to play for the Jets or Saints

Opoponax50 wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 7:33 am Has there ever been any substance to this rumor?

Carroll's not the type to not play a guy just because he doesn't like him. And how do we know if that was ever the case anyway? Obviously JPJ's been playing injured. That's been apparent all season. I just don't think the guy is built for the punishment of the game much like Renfrow wasn't; a good player whose body can't stand up to the punishment for whatever reason.

Anyway, just like last year, O-line should be a priority in the draft. It's like having the same season and draft all over again.

mranquales wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 7:27 am He can just go back to school after his career is over.

Dr Death wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 8:34 am That's not the point.

STHfrontrow wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 5:26 pm You don’t trade good young players. The Raiders running game fell apart when JPJ left the game vs the Broncos.

Raiders need to acquire a guard in free agency and draft the top rated tackle. Probably need a new Oline coach lol.

RunOverByHubbard wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 10:02 am I'm not sure that JPJ is a "good young player" yet. He is better than Parham, that's for sure, and obviously better than Cappa. But, if you look at all of his early career, he does not appear to be the next John Hannah or Quenton Nelson. We have not had a good offensive line since 2003. Heck, the Bears got Joe Thuney from the Chiefs for a 4th round pick. I like that deal a lot more than using a 3rd to get Geno Smith or signing Alex Cappa for two f'ing years for $11 million in which over $5 million is guaranteed. Ugh.

Yes, free agency this winter MUST bring us good players on both lines. But, knowing the Raiders, they will get another tight end and a back up linebacker to play special teams.

RI RAIDER wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 5:46 am We are lucky that Spy and Tom knew and had a relationship with Cappa. It really paid dividends. Sometimes it is good to have such vital inside information.

rhumbob wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 10:27 am Speaking of the 49ers, how about we pick up Mac Jones and draft for line and cornerback?

Attyla wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 8:51 am And yet that is almost always the outcome

Dr Death wrote: Tue Nov 11, 2025 1:47 pm I know. That doesn't mean it should be. It just shows how it is to be so young and not be able to see.

All of us older guys know......... now.