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Kirk Cousins shares Tom Brady's preparation advice with Raiders

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:28 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Kirk Cousins shares Tom Brady's preparation advice with Raiders

Summary

Kirk Cousins is set to start at quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026 after joining the team from the Atlanta Falcons. Despite the Raiders drafting quarterback Fernando Mendoza first overall, Cousins has been named the starter to mentor the rookie. At a recent press conference, Cousins revealed that Tom Brady, a minority owner of the Raiders, advised the team that preseason practices are standard and not a competitive edge. Cousins cited a FaceTime conversation with Brady as influential in his decision to join the Raiders, describing it as a 'life-giving call.' As the team prepares for the upcoming season, expectations are high for Cousins.

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Key Details

•Cousins joins Raiders after being released by Falcons.
•Cousins confirmed as starting QB over rookie Mendoza.
•Tom Brady emphasized the importance of focused preseason preparation.
•Cousins credits Brady's advice for his choice to join Raiders.
•Anticipation builds for Cousins' performance in the upcoming season.

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6:28 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders Get Tom Brady’s No-Nonsense Prep Tip Revealed by Kirk Cousins

What they're saying

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Kirk Cousins is poised to be the starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026. The veteran joined the franchise after he was released by the Atlanta Falcons in the off-season. Despite the Raiders having drafted No. 1 overall Fernando Mendoza in the 2026 NFL Draft, Cousins is slated to take the starting job, […] The post Raiders Get Tom Brady’s No-Nonsense Prep Tip Revealed by Kirk Cousins appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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