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Kirk Cousins expected to start for Raiders in 2026 NFL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 3:17 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Kirk Cousins expected to start for Raiders in 2026 NFL season

Summary

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak indicated after a preseason game that Kirk Cousins is likely to be the starting quarterback for the upcoming NFL season. While the team selected Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza first overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, Kubiak stated that Cousins has consistently taken the first-team reps and has performed well in training camp. Cousins completed five of six passes, including a touchdown, during the recent game against the Arizona Cardinals. Mendoza played a significant amount in the game, yet Kubiak noted he still has work to do to compete for the starting role.

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By the Numbers

•Kirk Cousins led a strong preseason performance against Arizona.
•Fernando Mendoza, drafted first overall, has room for growth.
•Kubiak affirmed Cousins has the starting job 'to lose'.
•Raiders continue to evaluate quarterbacks ahead of the season.

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3:17 PMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s his job to lose’: Raiders appear to have made quarterback decision

What they're saying

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak didn’t outright name a starting quarterback after Thursday night’s preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, but he made it pretty clear who it’s going to be. While the Raiders selected Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the team…
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