Raiders officially name Kirk Cousins their starting quarterback
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Key Points:
- Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak officially named Kirk Cousins as the team's starting quarterback for the upcoming season.
- Cousins did not participate in Wednesday’s practice, which was designated as a rest day, allowing rookie Fernando Mendoza to get reps with the first-team offense.
- The team’s plan all offseason was to let first overall pick Mendoza develop before playing, and live reps in practice are seen as crucial for his growth.
- Kubiak praised Cousins for his strong offseason and camp performance, emphasizing that competition among quarterbacks has improved the entire roster.
- The Raiders will begin their 2026 season against the Miami Dolphins on September 13.
