Klint Kubiak has not named a starting quarterback for Week 1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:14 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Klint Kubiak, head coach of the Raiders, did not announce a starting quarterback following their preseason finale against the 49ers. With the regular season beginning in 17 days, both Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza participated in the game. Kubiak emphasized the need for continued development, particularly for rookie Mendoza, but did not confirm any player's status as QB1 going into the first game against the Dolphins.
- •Raiders concluded their preseason with a game against the 49ers.
- •Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza both played in the finale.
- •Kubiak has not confirmed a starting quarterback for Week 1.
- •First game of the season is against the Dolphins in 17 days.
- •Kubiak mentioned Mendoza needs further development.
- 5:14 AMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak still won't name Raiders starting QB but choice is clear
- 3:59 AMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak still doesn't name a starting quarterback for Week 1
"The choice as to who should start at QB in Las Vegas is clear. And it makes the Raiders look that much smarter for how he handled the position.
"The Raiders face the Dolphins in 17 days.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:14 AMKlint Kubiak still won't name Raiders starting QB but choice is clear
The choice as to who should start at QB in Las Vegas is clear. And it makes the Raiders look that much smarter for how he handled the position.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 3:59 AMKlint Kubiak still doesn't name a starting quarterback for Week 1
The Raiders face the Dolphins in 17 days.
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