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Raiders’ Bold QB Plan Unveiled | Las Vegas Raiders News
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The Las Vegas Raiders are defying convention by naming Kirk Cousins their starting QB for the 2026 season, even though they drafted Fernando Mendoza first overall — a move that’s sparking debate. Head coach Klint Kubiak believes mentoring Mendoza behind a veteran like Cousins will accelerate his growth, but critics argue Cousins’ role may be short-lived, with Mendoza potentially taking over by Week 8. Either way, the plan is clear: Mendoza will eventually be the starter, and Cousins’ job is to pave the way — for now.
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