Raiders' Fernando Mendoza once again goes viral during an interview for hilarious Joe Buck greeting

Las Vegas Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza once again goes viral for hilarious ESPN interview during preseason game. (This video contains AI-assisted content)

Fernando Mendoza continued to make his case for becoming the NFL’s most interesting interview on Thursday night.

During the fourth quarter of the Raiders’ 22-20 win over the Houston Texans in the team’s second preseason game, Mendoza joined ESPN’s Laura Rutledge for an interview. Play-by-play announcer Joe Buck segued to the interview by saying, "Hi, Laura! Hi, Fernando!"

The rookie quarterback made sure to greet Buck in return while being incredibly formal in doing so.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza looks to throw against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

"Please tell Mr. Buck I say, ‘Hello.'" Mendoza said as the interview concluded with a salute to the camera.

The former Indiana star’s response drew a laugh from Rutledge, Buck and analyst Troy Aikman. Rutledge asked Mendoza why he didn’t greet Aikman the same way.

"Oh, of course," Mendoza said. "I mean, he’s a legend. I think Mr. Buck needs some love, because Mr. Aikman is already, you know."

The crew laughed through Mendoza’s response and then showered praise upon the No. 1 overall pick following another memorable interview.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) is hit by Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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