Kirk Cousins starts at quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in week one
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Last updated Sep 2, 2026
The Miami Dolphins begin their 2026 NFL season on the road against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Las Vegas head coach Klint Kubiak announced Wednesday that veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins will start the game. The decision means the Dolphins will not face the Raiders' first-round draft pick, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, in the season opener. The Raiders finished the previous season with a 3-14 record, leading to the selection of Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick. Miami enters the contest after a winless 0-3 preseason performance that saw the team outscored 63-22. Cousins brings 14 seasons of league experience to the starting role, including previous stints with the Washington and Atlanta franchises.
- •Kirk Cousins is the starting quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in week one.
- •The Miami Dolphins play the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium to open the season.
- •Fernando Mendoza was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
- •The Miami Dolphins finished the preseason with an 0-3 record.
- 5:03 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins won't face No. 1 overall pick in season opener
"The Miami Dolphins are set to take on the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1, and Klint Kubiak finally revealed who his starting quarterback is for the game.
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