Rich Gannon Doesn't Hold Back on Raiders Signing Kirk Cousins
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Key Points:
- The Las Vegas Raiders signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins to a potential five-year, $172 million contract, including $20 million guaranteed and a two-year club option worth $80 million, to mentor rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, expected to be the No. 1 overall pick.
- Former Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon praised the signing, highlighting Cousins' extensive experience, leadership, and familiarity with the Raiders' system under coach Klint Kubiak, calling him an ideal mentor for Mendoza.
- Cousins' recent performance with the Atlanta Falcons included a 76.0 overall PFF grade, ranking 14th among qualified quarterbacks, demonstrating solid and reliable play.
- ESPN's Mike Greenberg commended the Raiders for bringing in Cousins to ease pressure on Mendoza, emphasizing the benefits of having a veteran mentor alongside another experienced QB, Tom Brady, to support the rookie's development.
