Kirk Cousins will now wear the "best jersey in pro sports"
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Kirk Cousins cited the Raiders' jerseys as one of the reasons for signing with the team, calling them the "best jerseys in pro sports" and praising their classic, sharp design.
- Cousins holds a 3-0 career record against the Raiders, winning with three different teams: Washington in 2017, Minnesota in 2019, and Atlanta in 2024.
- Despite a December 2024 victory over the Raiders, Cousins was benched the following day for rookie Michael Penix Jr. and did not play again that season.
- Cousins is expected to start for the Raiders in Week 1, barring the team drafting and starting quarterback Fernando Mendoza in 2026.
- The Raiders' uniform design has remained largely unchanged since Nike took over from Reebok 14 years ago, maintaining a simple and classic look that stands out in the NFL.
