Raiders seek revival with new coach Kubiak and quarterback Cousins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:33 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are looking for a fresh start in the 2026 season after finishing 3-14 last year. They hired Klint Kubiak as head coach and added Kirk Cousins as a veteran quarterback. With promising top draft prospect Fernando Mendoza, analysts predict the team's ceiling could be 9-8, while the floor is suggested to be 4-13. The Raiders aim to improve their performance in a competitive AFC West, where they look to regain competitiveness following years of struggle.
- •Raiders finished 3-14 last season under Pete Carroll.
- •Klint Kubiak hired as head coach; Kirk Cousins signed as quarterback.
- •Ceiling for 2026 season projected at 9-8; floor at 4-13.
- •Fernando Mendoza named top draft prospect for the team.
- •AFC West features strong competition from Broncos, Chiefs, and Chargers.
- 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — What is the ceiling (and floor) for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2026?
"Can the Raiders finally get back on track after yet another overhaul?
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