Klint Kubiak discusses quarterback depth chart for Raiders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak addressed the team's quarterback situation, noting that Kirk Cousins is expected to start the season. The decision on backup quarterbacks Aidan O'Connell and Fernando Mendoza remains pending, with ongoing discussions in the coaching staff. Kubiak emphasized that the choice between the two for the backup role will be made at a later date. Mendoza, the first overall pick in the draft, may not see playing time early in the season, even if Cousins were to be sidelined.
- •Kirk Cousins is expected to be the starting quarterback.
- •Klint Kubiak has not yet named the backup quarterbacks.
- •Aidan O'Connell and Fernando Mendoza are in consideration for QB2.
- •Mendoza may start the season as a third-string quarterback.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak open to naming Aidan O'Connell QB2, Fernando Mendoza QB3
"Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza might start his rookie season as a third-stringer.
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