Kirk Cousins: "If I'm not the best option, I don't want to be out there"
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Key Points:
- The Raiders started the season with three consecutive wins under veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins but have since lost four straight games, raising questions about whether rookie first-round pick Fernando Mendoza should take over.
- Cousins acknowledged the possibility of being replaced but emphasized that he wants the best option to play and is committed to supporting Mendoza’s development until the team decides otherwise.
- Despite Cousins’ willingness to step aside if necessary, the team faces pressure to consider making a quarterback change soon to avoid jeopardizing their playoff chances.
- The decision may hinge not only on current performance but also on preparing Mendoza for the future and potentially injecting new energy into the team before the losing streak deepens.
