Raiders may turn to Fernando Mendoza as Kirk Cousins, Las Vegas lose fourth straight

Key Points:

• The Las Vegas Raiders have dropped below .500 after a four-game losing streak following a 3-0 start to the 2026 season, highlighted by a 35-21 home loss to the Los Angeles Rams.
• Coach Klint Kubiak indicated the team is reviewing all aspects of their play, including personnel and scheme, with the possibility of turning to No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza if struggles continue.
• Veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins has seen a decline in performance during the losing streak, with his completion rate dropping from 67.4% to 60%, though he remains open to being replaced if Mendoza proves to be the better option.
• The Raiders' defense has significantly regressed, allowing an average of 35.8 points per game and 11 passing touchdowns over the last four games, which complicates decisions about starting Mendoza amid challenging game situations.
• With a tough stretch of mostly road games ahead, the Raiders may eventually insert Mendoza at quarterback to spark the team and prepare for the future if losses continue to accumulate.