Klint Kubiak holds off on naming Raiders' starting quarterback

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Klint Kubiak holds off on naming Raiders' starting quarterback
Summary

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak has not named a starting quarterback ahead of the regular season opener against the Miami Dolphins on September 13. Following a preseason game where Fernando Mendoza struggled, Kubiak indicated that Kirk Cousins, who did not play, is still not officially confirmed as the starter. During training camp, Cousins has mainly worked with the first-string offense, and Kubiak described it as Cousins' job to lose. Despite this, Kubiak emphasized the importance of competition for all positions as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Kirk Cousins sat out a preseason game while Fernando Mendoza struggled.
  • •Kubiak wants players to compete for their positions.
  • •Raiders face the Miami Dolphins on September 13.
Latest Updates
  • 6:53 PMNFL News — Raiders' Klint Kubiak not ready to name Week 1 QB, says 'reps' key for Fernando Mendoza's development - NFL.com
  • 5:59 PMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak still not ready to name starting QB for Week 1
  • 4:02 PMCBS NFL — Raiders still refusing to name a starting QB, but they've given plenty of hints about Week 1
  • 12:33 PMYahoo Sports — Raiders coach Klint Kubiak not ready to name starting quarterback after second preseason game: 'We got another week'
  • 8:16 AMNBCSports.com — Klint Kubiak not ready to name the Raiders’ starting quarterback - NBC Sports
  • 8:13 AMYahoo Sports — Klint Kubiak not ready to name the Raiders' starting quarterback
What they're saying
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Las Vegas Raiders HC Klint Kubiak again declined to name a Week 1 QB between Fernando Mendoza and Kirk Cousins following his team's second preseason game.

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After Fernando Mendoza's second preseason game, Kubiak told reporters it doesn't benefit the team to name a QB before the spot is secured.

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Klint Kubiak says the competition will continue, but Cousins has done little to lose his grip on the starting job

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