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Raiders sign draft class as Kubiak’s first camp begins

Raiders training camp begins with the draft class signed, including No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza and cornerback Jermod McCoy. Las Vegas also added three veterans before Klint Kubiak’s first full-team practice.
Fernando Mendoza billboard along Interstate 15 in Las Vegas.
A Fernando Mendoza billboard stands along Interstate 15, signaling the spotlight waiting for the Raiders’ rookie quarterback as Las Vegas opens training camp with Mendoza signed and the quarterback competition ready to begin. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Raiders handled their final roster housekeeping before training camp, and the timing matters.

Las Vegas announced Monday it signed defensive end Patrick Johnson, linebacker Buddy Johnson and wide receiver Deven Thompkins. Those moves came as the Raiders opened camp with rookies reporting July 23.

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